Senior Lead, Software Engineering

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 Are you passionate about solving complex problems? Do you thrive in a fast‑paced environment? Then there’s a good chance you will love being a part of our Software Engineering – Development team at Kyndryl, where you will be able to see the immediate value of your work. As a Software Engineering – Developer at Kyndryl, you will be at the forefront of designing, developing, and implementing cutting‑edge software solutions. Your work will play a critical role in our business offering, your code will deliver value to our customers faster than ever before, and your attention to detail and commitment to quality will be critical in ensuring the success of our products. Using design documentation and functional programming specifications, you will be responsible for implementing identified components. You will ensure that implemented components are appropriately documented, unit‑tested, and ready for integration into the final product. You will have the opportunity to architect the solution, test the code, and deploy and build a CI/CD pipeline for it. As a valued member of our team, you will provide work estimates for assigned development work, and guide features, functional objectives, or technologies being built for interested parties. Your contributions will have a significant impact on our products’ success, and you will be part of a team that is passionate about innovation, creativity, and excellence. Above all else, you will have the freedom to drive innovation and take ownership of your work while honing your problem‑solving, collaboration, and automation skills. Together, we can make a difference in the world of cloud‑based managed services. Your Future at Kyndryl The career path ahead is full of exciting opportunities to grow and advance within the job family. With dedication and hard work, you can climb the ladder to higher bands, achieving coveted positions such as Principal Engineer or Vice President of Software. These roles not only offer the chance to inspire and innovate, but also bring with them a sense of pride and accomplishment for having reached the pinnacle of your career in the software industry. 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 Technical and Professional Experience Support the Workday Compensation capability area. May also have opportunities to support HCM Core, Staffing/Onboarding, Benefits, Talent Management, Recruiting, etc. Partner with Compensation/Total Rewards Team in design and deployment of complex global annual merit and bonus cycles in Workday. Analysis, solutions design and development, product delivery and post‑production migration support of functional modifications and enhancements to Workday HR systems/tools. Serve as Workday SME; actively participate in Workday Releases and staying ahead of new features/functionality being introduced by Workday. Manage annual compensation administration to include merit and incentive processes. Ensure system and data interfaces are current and optimized. Maintain salary administration to include job structure, total compensation structure, eligibility, communication and training, etc. Be part of the team responsible for the business configuration and maintenance of the Workday HR Systems supporting internal employees as well as other downstream systems and processes. Knowledge of HR processes Knowledge of touch points in HCM, payroll, benefits, time tracking, recruiting, and security Viewed as a trusted advisor and credible business process and technical expert to the business teams. Translate business and technical requirements into a project and architectural blueprint that achieves desired business objectives – this includes identifying solutions for Workday product gaps. Assist in crafting and presenting a solution to influence key decision makers. Global Coverage including America, EMEA and APJC regions Serve as a designated Subject Matter Expert (SME) and system administrator Partner with HRBPs and senior leaders to identify opportunities to better leverage Workday; create project plans and implement improvements/deploy new features based on those findings. Regularly maintain awareness of new updates to the system and effectively communicate appropriate information to impacted stakeholders. Implement process improvements and new features on a rolling basis. Configure, test, and administer annual processes in Workday: Performance Reviews for regular and eligible workers; Compensation (salary increases and bonuses) for regular and eligible workers. Create and maintain dashboards; deploy dashboards to business leaders. Serve as the primary reviewer when data is entered into the system; regularly audit system data for accuracy. Proactively plan and effectively coordinate the overall departmental preparations for major system updates to include establishing the update timeline for Kyndryl, identification of roles and responsibilities, as well as the proactive communication of each update to team members including regular and effective periodic status updates. Serve as a main support contact for user questions and proactively take ownership of identified issues – either independently researching and resolving the issue or escalating the issue, as appropriate. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree; Master’s or advanced certifications strong preferred. English Advanced Experience leading Core and Advanced Compensation cycles in Workday. Experience deploying multiple Workday HCM implementations. 3+ years of experience as a hands‑on Workday SME, configuring and maintaining modules related to HCM, Core and Advanced Compensation etc. Excellent customer service and communication skills to work with internal executive leadership and clients directly to resolve issues. Strong Communication skills that can translate business needs with configuration in the system. Certifications Workday Core HR, Workday Compensation 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‑handedly: 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. 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