Associate Director, Full-stack Forward Deployed Engineer

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 Kyndryl Consult is driving the next wave of enterprise AI transformation, delivering mission-critical innovation for global organizations. Operating at the intersection of deep technical architecture and client co-creation, our teams move at market speed to turn complex business challenges into production-ready software systems. As an Associate Director, Full-stack Forward Deployed Engineer, you are the principal technical force customers ask for by name. You will lead high-impact AI engagements, shape modern architectural blueprints, and step into an ultra-fast, high-autonomy builder’s environment. In this role, you take direct accountability for real outcomes in production environments, designing responsive modern frontends, building robust backend data pipelines, and orchestrating advanced multi-agent workflows. You will balance hands-on development—utilizing state-of-the-art retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) architectures, managing LLM API performance, and deploying to cloud hyper-scalers—with strategic client advisory [... source excerpt omitted ...] hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week on-site in Frisco, TX. Candidates must reside within a commutable distance, as relocation assistance will not be provided. Key Responsibilities Full-Stack Architecture & Rapid Prototyping Build and scale responsive modern frontend interfaces using React, Angular, or Vue designed to handle dynamic generative UI elements and real-time streaming outputs. Develop robust backend APIs, microservices, and data pipelines using Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Node.js to connect enterprise systems with advanced language models. Rapidly prototype, iterate, and ship functional, production-ready MVPs within weeks in a highly agile lab envi [... source excerpt omitted ...] imization, token latencies, prompt routing, context window limits, and cost management. Implement system-level security and performance best practices for scalable AI platforms. Client Co-Creation & Technical Ownership Embed directly with enterprise client teams to translate ambiguous business requirements into scalable, high-impact technical architectures. Partner with senior stakeholders to prioritize long-term technical value and solution integrity over quick fixes. Own end-to-end technical delivery from initial scoping through deployment, driving user adoption and operational outcomes. Platform Contribution & Operational Excellence Systematically capture deployment l