Agentic AI Data Engineer

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

As an Agentic AI Data Engineer at Kyndryl, you’ll design and implement scalable, high-performance data platforms and pipelines that power enterprise AI and analytics capabilities. This role combines deep technical expertise with hands-on development, enabling seamless data flow for Agentic AI frameworks and next-generation automation.

You’ll work in a true builder’s environment, collaborating with architects, software engineers, and data scientists to deliver robust, governed, and actionable data solutions. Expect rapid innovation cycles, autonomy, and the opportunity to shape data infrastructure for cutting-edge AI systems.

What You’ll Do
· Design and optimise ETL/ELT pipelines and data models for structured and unstructured data.
· Build scalable architectures supporting batch and real-time processing across cloud and on-prem environments.
· Implement data quality frameworks, governance policies, and validation rules.
· Develop API endpoints and integrations for AI agents to access structured information.
· Manage vector databases and semantic layers for AI-driven search and contextual grounding.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver data solutions aligned with business and AI needs.
· Mentor junior engineers and champion best practices in DataOps and pipeline orchestration.

Who You Are

Essential Qualifications
· Strong programming skills in SQL, Python, and experience with ETL/ELT tools (Airflow, dbt, Kafka).
· Expertise in data modeling, distributed systems, and cloud-native platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
· Familiarity with data governance, lineage, and observability tools (DataHub, Great Expectations).
· Experience with vector databases and feature store design for AI/ML workflows.
· Ability to troubleshoot complex data issues and optimize performance.

Preferred Skills
· Background in regulated industries or environments with stringent compliance requirements.
· Knowledge of containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
· Familiarity with semantic modelling, metadata management, and emerging AI/ML data integration patterns.
· Experience with CI/CD for data workflows, version control, and Agile methodologies.

Why Join Us
· Work on the next frontier: build data infrastructure for Agentic AI, a transformative technology.
· Startup energy and enterprise scale: agile innovation backed by global resources.
· Direct impact: your work enables AI-native transformation at enterprise scale.
· Career Growth: Opportunity to lead and innovate in data engineering for AI systems.

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations.  At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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