Bengaluru, Pune · Hybrid

Agentic AI Engineer – Mainframe Modernization

Full-timePosted 13 Nov

Salary: Not disclosed
Experience: 5–6 years
Eligible batches: 2020 · 2021
Location: Bengaluru, PuneHybrid

About the role

Kyndryl is looking for an experienced AI & Mainframe Modernization Engineer to design, deploy and scale Agentic AI workflows that accelerate legacy system transformation. Based in Bangalore or Pune, you will work in a hybrid setting, collaborating with mainframe specialists, architects and cloud teams to build code‑aware AI agents, automate reverse engineering and ensure production‑ready outcomes.

Responsibilities

Configure and optimise KAF and Agentic AI pipelines, including RAG and vector‑based knowledge systems, for COBOL, PL/I, JCL, CICS, IMS and DB2 environments.
Extract business rules, dependency maps and architecture artefacts to support code refactoring and cloud migration.
Integrate AI automation into existing enterprise tools, repositories and CI/CD pipelines.
Define governance frameworks, validation guardrails and Human‑in‑the‑Loop workflows to meet security and quality standards.
Mentor cross‑functional teams, refine prompt libraries and create reusable AI accelerators.

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Eligibility

5‑8+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 2 years building GenAI or Agentic AI solutions in production.
Proven mainframe modernization background covering legacy discovery, reverse engineering and migration.
Strong collaboration skills and a growth‑mindset focused on customer success.

Skills

Deep expertise in AI engineering, multi‑agent systems, prompt and context engineering.
Hands‑on experience with Python, Git/GitHub, CI/CD, DevSecOps and secure development practices.
Knowledge of Retrieval‑Augmented Generation, vector databases, semantic search and knowledge graphs.
Solid understanding of mainframe technologies such as COBOL, PL/I, JCL, CICS, IMS and DB2.

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Jcl
Cics
Ims
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Kaf
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Benefits

Hybrid‑friendly culture with well‑being programs covering financial, mental, physical and social health.
Access to certifications from Microsoft, Google and Amazon, plus continuous learning resources.
Opportunities to work on high‑impact projects that shape enterprise AI and modernization strategies.

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About Kyndryl

Designs, builds and runs the IT infrastructure of large businesses, including cloud, network, digital workplace and security services, in over 60 countries.

Founded 2021 · 5000+ employees · HQ New York, New York, United States

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