Agentic AI Data Scientist

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

As an Agentic AI Data Scientist at Kyndryl, you’ll help shape the future of advanced Agentic AI while working with a team that’s leading the industry. We're solving real-world problems at a massive scale — powered by creativity, precision, and a shared obsession with what’s next. You’ll be part of a team shaping the future of Agentic AI - architecting and scaling a next-gen open-source framework that powers autonomous systems across industries. We're not just talking innovation - we're building it. Fast. You’ll work with autonomously and build real systems – not tickets.

Tech-first, action-oriented culture: Think in code. Rapid demo cycles, collaborative peer pairing, and framework rollouts in weeks.

Direct impact at scale: Drive Kyndryl as an AI-native company - your ideas and IP shape the transformation.

Deep academic integration: Be an industrial PhD supervisor. Co-author whitepapers. Publish with 2nd or 3rd attribution. Elevate your profile.

Work that matters: Client-first, innovation-always. Balance advanced programming with strategic thinking and client interaction.

True builder’s environment: Collaborate with top-tier talent (most of the team holds PhDs). Everyone contributes equally — ideas over titles.

What You’Ll Do

• Serve as the bridge between deep technical work and business transformation, solving meaningful challenges through Agentic AI.
• Work on a modular, open-source Agentic AI framework - integrating GenAI and real-world tools. Develop, train, and deploy intelligent agents using tools like Python, Azure ML, focused on dynamic, self-improving systems.
• Translate business needs into data science problems with autonomy - then rapidly experiment, build, and deploy solutions that scale.
• Co-own the evolution of the Agentic AI framework - not just code, but also architecture, design, product thinking, and client success.
• Mentor and inspire a new generation of researchers and developers - from PhD students to business leaders - with your contributions credited and published.

Your Future at Kyndryl

We don’t hire for a role - we hire for a journey. Expect an innovation cycle where you’ll build a legacy portfolio and help reimagine what AI can do for business.

Job Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent research experience in computer science, mathematics, AI, or a related field
• Hands-on Agentic AI / GenAI engineering exposure - building or contributing to frameworks, not just using APIs
• Strong programming fluency (Python) and architectural design (e.g., microservice ecosystems, message brokers)

Plus, You Bring:

• Ability to operate independently and collaborate within a high-trust, low-hierarchy team
• Contributions to academic/technical communities and shaping open-source projects

Bonus Points For:

• Certifications in Azure, AWS, or Google ML platforms
• Demonstrated contributions to graph theory, DevOps, or distributed systems
• Previous projects involving digital transformation, AI-native product development, or enterprise automation
• Presence in academic or whitepaper communities (authorship, publication, or presentation)

Kyndryl currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccination to align with their respective COVID-19 vaccination policies.  Those who believe they are eligible may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.

Who You Are

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

• At least 1+ years experience in Agentic AI
• Knowledge of modeling tools and programming languages, e.g., Azure ML, Vortex AI AutoML, SageMaker, or Python
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills
• Communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex data insights to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, while maintaining a high level of attention to detail

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Degree in a quantitative discipline, such as mathematics, statistics, computer science, or mechanical engineering
• Professional certification, e.g., Open Certified Data Scientist
• Cloud platform certification, e.g., AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty, Google Cloud Professional Machine Learning Engineer, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate
• Understanding of social coding and Integrated Development Environments, e.g., GitHub and Visual Studio
• Experience in at least one domain, e.g., cybersecurity, IT service management, financial services, or health care

#Agenticai

The compensation range for the position in the U.S. $70,800 to $263,160 is based on a full-time schedule. Your actual compensation may vary depending on your geography, job-related skills and experience. For part-time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately. The pay or salary range will not be below any applicable state, city or local minimum wage requirement.

There is a different applicable compensation range for the following work locations:

New York City: $84,960 to $315,720

This position will be eligible for Kyndryl’s discretionary annual bonus program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Kyndryl’s applicable plans. You may also receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical and dental coverage, disability, retirement benefits, Pad Leave and Paid time off.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color or religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, protected veteran. 

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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