*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** At Kyndryl, we deploy AI innovation where it creates the greatest real\-world impact. As a Forward Deployed Engineer, you will collaborate directly with customers to solve complex challenges, shaping solutions that redefine industries. You will be empowered to work at speed, supported by a global AI ecosystem, and play a pivotal role in delivering outcomes that matter. This position operates within our triad delivery model, where engineering, consulting, and product expertise come together to drive transformative results for customers. This is not traditional consulting or pure software engineering; it is a hybrid role designed for the complexities of real\-world AI deployment, with accountability for outcomes not just code. You will blend deep engineering expertise with consultative engagement to deliver tailored solutions that drive measurable business value. Operating in dynamic environments and working closely with customer teams \- often on\-site \- you will scope, prototype, and deploy solutions at pace. Technologies include Generative AI, Agentic AI architectures, and multi\-agent ecosystems, with insights continually fed back into Kyndryl’s platforms and frameworks to accelerate future deployments. If you are motivated by solving complex problems, excel in direct customer engagement, and aspire to shape the future of enterprise AI, this role is designed for you. Key Responsibilities •Customer Engagement \& Solution Integrity: Partner with customers to understand business challenges and translate them into high‑quality, fit‑for‑purpose technical solutions, prioritising the right outcome over the fastest one. •Rapid Prototyping: Build and iterate custom AI solutions tailored to customer needs, leveraging agentic AI frameworks. •Ownership, Deployment \& Partnership: Own delivery end to end, from scoping to production. Working as part of the customer team to engineer and deploy production‑ready solutions that drive adoption and measurable business outcomes. •Optimisation: Troubleshoot and enhance system performance, scalability, and reliability. •Field Intelligence: Systematically capture deployment learnings, document best practices, and proactively share insights to inform enhancements to Kyndryl’s core platforms and frameworks. •Continuous Learning: Adapt quickly to emerging technologies and evolving customer requirements by engaging in ongoing professional development. •Platform Contribution: Actively contribute to the evolution of Kyndryl’s AI platforms through feedback, code contributions, and collaboration with product teams. **Who You Are** Required Skills and Experience •Programming Proficiency: Demonstrable expertise in Python, (or another modern language such as C\#, Node.js or TypeScript); experience working with AI/ML frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch is a plus. •Open\-Source Ecosystems: Familiarity with community\-driven AI tools and libraries, including Hugging Face and relevant repositories. •T\-shaped Profile: Deep technical expertise in one or two domains, with broad understanding across AI/ML, cloud, and consulting. •Agentic AI Systems: Experience designing, building, or integrating multi\-agent systems and orchestration frameworks (e.g., LangGraph, Semantic Kernel, Agent Framework, AutoGen, CrewAI), including the development of agent protocols and coordination mechanisms. •Retrieval\-Augmented Generation (RAG) \& Knowledge Systems: Practical knowledge of deploying RAG architectures and integrating structured and unstructured knowledge sources into AI solutions. •Software Engineering: Solid grasp of the software delivery lifecycle, version control (Git \& GitHub), and data engineering tools such as Pandas and Spark. •Cloud \& Distributed Systems: Experience with cloud AI platforms (AWS, Azure, Google AI) and distributed computing architectures. •Performance \& Security: Knowledge of system\-level optimisation and security best practices for scalable AI systems. •Business Acumen: Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions and communicate technical value to diverse stakeholders, including executive audiences. •Flexibility: Willingness to travel and work on customer premises as required. •Education: Degree\-level qualification in Computer Science, Informatics, Data Science, Engineering, or a closely related discipline \- or equivalent professional experience. Why join us? You will become part of a team that values pace, autonomy, and tangible impact. At Kyndryl, you will have full visibility of the delivery lifecycle, with opportunities to lead engagements and shape strategic direction. Our triad delivery model means you will work alongside experts in engineering, product, and consulting, fostering continuous learning and innovation. Career progression is clearly defined, from Junior to Principal levels, with pathways to influence the evolution of our AI platforms. You will contribute directly to platform development and see the results of your work in real\-world applications. If you are seeking an environment where your ideas are valued and execution drives results, this is the place to make a difference. If you want to work where innovation meets execution, apply now. **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…