Global Payroll Solution Architect

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

We are looking for a strong Global Payroll Architect professional to join Kyndryl’s Hire to Retire team within CIO.

This individual will engage with local Payroll teams and 3rd party vendors to analyze, document, plan, and help test inbound and outbound interfaces / integrations to / from various Payroll systems.

Responsibilities include :

Review current / as-is system architecture list and analyze the opportunities to automate the manual data flow through end-to-end Integration solutions.

Work closely with in-country HR Payroll and Benefits teams to build strong Integration solutions from the source systems (e.g., HCM application / benefits / external vendors) applications to target systems (external payroll systems).

Ensure the new system integrations are built with industry standard security protocols and with Kyndryl approved encryption processes.

Build and maintain System Context and Deployment diagrams in LeanIX and get them approved by the Architecture Review Board and CISO teams.

Build and maintain DST – with network and security information in LeanIX.

Manage and maintain the High-Level Design documents for Payroll Integrations for both Workday and Non-Workday systems with review and approval process.

Review new Payroll architecture diagrams with SPIR / ARB teams whenever a new country goes live or as required.

Lead the CIO team for all non-Workday integrations during Payroll transformation project with external vendors for Integration builds.

Liaise with Payroll provider and third-party vendors from CIO perspective from design, through go-live and Hypercare phase for all non-Workday Integrations.

Take the responsibility in obtaining signoffs on blueprints / functional and technical specs for all non-Workday integrations.

Review and provide feedback on test plans for all non-Workday Integrations which includes System Integration Test, User Acceptance Test, and Parallel runs and provides sign offs accordingly.

Participate in planning and execution of cutover tasks and successful closure of hypercare tickets within the agreed SLA.

Ensure quality of work and deliverables in accordance with professional and Kyndryl standards.

Provide strong analytical and critical thinking skills to identify root cause of issues and develop recommendations to improve Kyndryl’s control posture.

Analyze complex problems / issues, anticipate potential risks and impacts. Develop and recommend solutions.

Demonstrate clear and effective verbal, written and oral communication skills to report out on project status, results and / or issues to Kyndryl leadership.

Develop a strong understanding of the business, operations, policies and procedures of the business, processes, and areas under review.

Serve as trusted advisor for integration flows.

Assists with other projects and various administration tasks as they may arise.

As a Global Payroll Architect, you will be responsible for the overall governance, support, and maintenance of Payroll architecture flows. You will need to gather and present documentation related to the integration flows and architectural designs. This involves engaging with the Kyndryl business / HR / Payroll / Benefit teams and 3rd party platform providers.

Your Future at Kyndryl

Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here

Who You Are

You are 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 Expertise

Bachelor's Degree

Required minimum 5 years of experience in managing and supporting payroll applications.

Ability to manage integration workflows and perform root cause analysis.

Experience in maintaining documentation and supporting architecture board reviews.

Familiarity with managing support queues and incident resolution.

Self-starter with the ability to take initiative and work independently.

Capable of executing tasks with minimal supervision.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Effective problem-solving abilities.

Team player with collaborative mindset.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, LeanIX, Draw.io.

Familiarity with SAP Payroll, Workday, and ADP Payroll platforms.

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.