Azure Cloud & Terraform SME

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses.  We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.

The Role

Are you ready to join the team of software engineering experts at Kyndryl? We are seeking a talented Software Engineering Technical Specialist to contribute to our software engineering space and provide critical skills required for the development of cutting-edge products.  

Kyndryl is looking for a highly skilled Azure Cloud & Terraform SME with strong hands-on expertise in Azure Infrastructure, Terraform-based deployments, DevOps tooling, container platforms, and automation.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for implementing, managing, supporting, and continuously improving Azure cloud environments used for critical banking applications. The role requires deep technical expertise in Terraform, Azure services, CI/CD pipelines, GitHub, Kubernetes/OpenShift, and scripting, along with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues.

The candidate should possess a strong understanding of Azure architecture patterns, cloud design principles, networking, security, and operational best practices. However, this is not a Solution Architect role and does not require ownership of enterprise architecture or new solution design.

Key Responsibilities

Azure Cloud Operations & Engineering

• Manage and support enterprise Azure cloud environments.
• Deploy, maintain, and optimize Azure infrastructure services.
• Implement Azure infrastructure changes following security and governance standards.
• Support cloud onboarding, migration, and modernization activities.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud infrastructure and platform issues.

Terraform & Infrastructure as Code

• Develop, maintain, and enhance Terraform modules and templates.
• Execute and manage Terraform deployments across multiple Azure subscriptions and environments.
• Review and optimize Terraform code for scalability, consistency, and compliance.
• Troubleshoot Terraform deployment failures and state management issues.
• Support Infrastructure-as-Code adoption and automation initiatives.

DevOps & CI/CD

• Build, maintain, and troubleshoot CI/CD pipelines.
• Manage deployment automation using Azure DevOps and GitHub.
• Support GitHub repositories, branching strategies, and release processes.
• Integrate infrastructure deployment pipelines with Terraform automation.
• Drive automation of repetitive operational activities.

Container Platform Management

• Support and administer Kubernetes and OpenShift environments.
• Deploy and manage containerized applications.
• Troubleshoot platform, networking, storage, and deployment-related issues.
• Support container platform upgrades, patching, and lifecycle activities.
• Work closely with application teams on container onboarding and deployments.

Production Support

• Provide L2/L3 support for business-critical banking applications and platforms.
• Lead troubleshooting of high-severity incidents related to Azure infrastructure and platforms.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement preventive measures.
• Participate in on-call and major incident support activities.
• Develop operational runbooks and knowledge articles.

Your future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career, from Junior System Administrator to Architect. We have opportunities for Cloud Hyperscalers that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with clients in a variety of industries, from banking to retail. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find yourated with 

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Technical and Professional Experience

Being You

The “Kyn” in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we’re excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging — being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team — is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That’s The Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

Your career with us isn’t just a job—it’s an adventure with purpose.  We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health—because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.

From your very first day, you’ll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won’t just contribute—you’ll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.

We’re here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you’ll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You’ll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you’ll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.

We want you to thrive here—and we’re committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what’s next.

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