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
Strategy & Roadmap: Define and execute Japan’s modernization strategy with explicit governance/compliance considerations.
Application Strategy: Lead application portfolio rationalization and cloud-native architecture transition, reducing technical debt and improving development velocity.
Go-to-Market Leadership: Integrate plays such as Mainframe & IBM i modernization, Power Modernization (Skytap), Cloud shift, operational excellence (Bridge/Automation, SRE/FinOps) to expand pipeline and improve win rates.
Deal Origination & Qualification: Drive white-space penetration and new logos; rigorous qualification and risk management.
Alliances & Ecosystem: Orchestrate Hyperscaler/ISV collaboration; enable sales teams with assets and approaches nationwide. Value Realization: Establish KPIs, value realization plans, and outcome reporting (Time-to-Value, run-rate savings, reliability KPIs).
Stakeholder Management: Engage executives and delivery leaders across customer and global teams; facilitate decision-making. Delivery Governance: Gate management, architecture compliance, security/resilience adherence.
Talent & Capability: Build and develop Band D-caliber talent; codify skills and certifications aligned to modernization plays.
Thought Leadership: Publish pragmatic best practices tailored to Japan’s cautious, incremental change posture. Global Alignment: Localize and scale global standards in Japan, partnering with the Global Digital Consult Leader.
Who You Are
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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