**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** A Mainframe Storage Architect is defined as a senior subject matter expert with Architectural knowledge specific to the Mainframe Storage platform with ability to create, present, and explain Architectural decisions and activities to Kyndryl customers. **Responsibilites:** + Team with service lines on customer engagements to develop a technical hardware solution. + Team with service lines (delivery support) on hardware transitions. i.e. provide guidance and solution clarity. + Drive the completion of the GoLive process (systems assurance for disk and switches defined by the storage service line). + Performance of actual GoLive work + Work through design and architecture issues related to the current IT environment + Establish working relationships with business members, technical staff, and subject matter experts to help create and execute the Mainframe Storage roadmap + Correspond with higher-level program owners to create and execute the Mainframe Storage roadmap + Think strategically about future technological innovations and solutions + Provide high quality work in a deadline driven environment consistently + Accomplish tasks both independently and collaboratively + Negotiate with IT and business stakeholders Your Future at Kyndryl Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here. **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 Skills and Experience:** + Advanced English + Mainframe storage architect with extensive experience in Data Center relocation activities. + IBM disk and tape hardware, as well as host-based product experience is critical. + Extensive implementation and management experience in PPRC global copy, PPRC global mirror and TPC-R/CSM. + Extensive experience in IBM TS77xx tape grid technology. + IT experience involving technology-related roles and responsibilities required + Enjoys working in the technology field and has a good general understanding of how technology works in various areas + Deep IT knowledge and exceptional critical thinking skills + Good communication skills both written and oral + Highly self-motivated + Capable of multitasking and prioritizing in a fast-paced environment + Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment **Preferred Skills and Experience:** + BA/BS Degree and industry certifications **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. **Get Referred!** If you know someone that works at Kyndryl, when asked ‘How Did You Hear About Us’ during the application process, select ‘Employee Referral’ and enter your contact's Kyndryl email address. Kyndryl is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Kyndryl is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.