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

• Database Design: Design and implement the database architecture for our EduTech project, considering the scalability, performance, and security requirements of the system. Ability to understand existing SQL design, ER diagrams and SQL stored procedures used in current systems for enabling migrations.

• SQL Expertise: Demonstrate extensive working experience in SQL design for large systems, including the ability to design, normalize and optimize complex SQL queries, stored procedures and schemas. Understand existing SQL designs and systems to plan for successful database migrations.

• SQL Stored Procedures Conversion: Utilize modern programming languages such as Python to convert existing SQL stored procedures into code that can be executed programmatically. Translate business requirements and logic embedded in stored procedures into maintainable, reusable and efficient code.

• Data Integration and ETL: Design and implement data integration processes, including Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) workflows. Develop scripts and programs to extract, transform, and load data from various sources into the database.

• NoSQL Databases: Possess a strong understanding of NoSQL databases (e.g., DocumentDB, DynamoDB, MongoDB) and their appropriate use cases. Utilize this knowledge to design and implement efficient data models using NoSQL technologies wherever applicable.

• AWS Cloud: Utilize your expertise in AWS cloud services, particularly in relation to database management and optimization, to effectively deploy and manage databases in a cloud environment.

• Performance Tuning: Optimize the performance of databases, including query optimization, index optimization, and other performance-enhancing techniques. Monitor and analyze database performance using appropriate tools and take proactive measures to ensure optimal performance.

• Scalability and High Availability: Implement database solutions that can scale seamlessly to handle increasing data volumes and ensure high availability and fault tolerance.

• Data Security: Implement and maintain robust security measures and access controls to safeguard the integrity and confidentiality of EduTech project data.

• Collaboration: Work closely with the development team, infrastructure team, and other stakeholders to understand requirements, provide guidance on database-related matters, and ensure the successful integration of the database architecture with the overall system.

• Documentation and Best Practices: Document the database architecture, design decisions, and best practices to ensure proper knowledge transfer and maintainability of the system.

Who You Are

A minimum of 12 to 15 years of professional experience working as a Database Architect and Programmer or a similar role, preferably in a large-scale, complex system environment.

Technical Expertise:

SQL Design: Extensive experience in designing and optimizing SQL databases, with a strong understanding of relational database concepts and best practices. Working experience with PostgreSQL is preferred.

Programming Proficiency: Proficiency in modern programming languages, such as Python, or Node.js, for converting SQL stored procedures into executable code.

Data Integration: Familiarity with data integration techniques and ETL processes.

NoSQL Databases: Familiarity with NoSQL databases, such as MongoDB or DynamoDB, and practical experience in utilizing them effectively in relevant scenarios.

AWS Cloud: Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services, particularly in the context of database management and optimization. Familiarity with AWS RDS, Amazon Aurora, and DynamoDB is highly desirable.

Performance Tuning: Proven expertise in database performance tuning and optimization techniques, including query optimization, index design, caching strategies, and partitioning.

Database Security: Knowledge of database security best practices and experience in implementing appropriate security measures, such as encryption, access controls, and data masking.

Soft Skills Expertise:

Problem-solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve complex database issues and optimize database performance. Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, and the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Educational Qualification:

• Essential: Postgraduate or above in Computer Science/Applications

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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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.