IT Product Manager at Kyndryl Canada Limited

Hoofddorp, North Holland, Netherlands -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Product Management, Stakeholder Management, Roadmap Creation, Release Management, Platform Engineering, Infrastructure as Code, Cloud-native Platforms, Kubernetes, Automation, Risk Management, Compliance, Operational Resilience, Consultative Mindset, KPI Definition, Technical Documentation, Vendor Management

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Who We Are At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive. The Role At kyndryl we are looking for IT Product Manager, who will be responsible for the strategic management and evolution of core IT platforms, including Windows, VMware, Linux, and Middleware. Acting as the technical right hand of senior management, this role combines deep platform knowledge with strong consultative and stakeholder management skills. The Product Manager translates business and strategic objectives into clear roadmaps, executable releases, and well-documented plans, while bringing teams together to deliver sustainable platform outcomes. A key objective is to create new “wow” within the department by fully embedding and maturing product management principles, driving clarity, innovation, and tangible value across platform services. Key responsibility: Own end-to-end platform products, including vision, roadmap, lifecycle, risk, and value delivery Develop and maintain multi-year platform roadmaps aligned with regulatory, security, and architectural standards Lead release and lifecycle management, ensuring controlled, predictable, and auditable change Lead product selection and rationalization, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture, cost efficiency, and scalability goals Drive platform migrations and modernization initiatives in line with regulatory and resilience requirements Drive adoption of platform engineering practices, including Internal Developer Platforms (IDP) and developer experience improvements Drive the evolution towards cloud-native platforms, including container platforms (e.g., Kubernetes) and platform abstractions Enable zero-touch operations through automation, event-driven workflows, and self-healing capabilities. Drive adoption of desired state and policy-driven platform operations (IaC and PaC) Shape and maintain a unified product and service catalog for operating systems, databases, middleware and integrations Act as a trusted advisor to senior management, translating complex technical and regulatory topics into clear recommendations Bring together engineering, operations, security, architecture, and vendors to deliver shared outcomes Establish and govern platform products and patterns (e.g., infrastructure, pipelines, security, observability) Create visible impact (“wow”) by strengthening product thinking, clarity, and transparency across the department Bring together cross-functional product and platform teams to drive on common goals, standards, and ways of working Define KPIs and success metrics (adoption, efficiency, cost, developer productivity) and track platform performance Define and communicate clear product value propositions and measurable business outcomes (e.g. time-to-market, reliability, developer experience) Drive outcome-based prioritization instead of feature beased delivery Establish and managed structured demand intake and prioritization processes (including feature requests, stakeholder input, and product forums) Facilitiate product circles / user groups to gather feedback and validate roadmap direction. Your future at Kyndryl This role opens the door to many career paths, both vertical and horizontal, and there may be opportunity to travel. It’s a great chance for database administrators or other techs to break into the cloud. It’s also a solid path to become enterprise or chief architect or a distinguished engineer! Whatever you see for yourself, you’ll find the opportunity here. 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. Qualifications: Plus 10 years Proven experience as an IT Product Manager (or similar) in a banking or regulated environment Strong knowledge of Windows, VMware, Linux, and Middleware platforms Foundation knowledge enterprise platform +Automation and IaC, Pattern Developments, Pattern identification Experience with roadmap creation, release management, and large-scale platform transformations Solid understanding of risk, compliance, auditability, and operational resilience A consultative mindset: analytical, structured, and influential without formal authority Excellent communication skills; able to clearly document, position, and present complex topics Being You The “Kyn” in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we’re excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging — being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team — is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That’s The Kyndryl Way. What You Can Expect Your career with us isn’t just a job—it’s an adventure with purpose. We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health—because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best. From your very first day, you’ll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won’t just contribute—you’ll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth. We’re here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you’ll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You’ll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you’ll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success. We want you to thrive here—and we’re committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what’s next. Get Referred! If you know someone that works at Kyndryl, when asked ‘How Did You Hear About Us’ during the application process, select ‘Employee Referral’ and enter your contact's Kyndryl email address. We’re glad you’re here. Take a look around at the many exciting career opportunities we have available and apply today! Can’t find a suitable job opening? Drop off your CV/Resume Drop off your CV/Resume and a Recruiter will reach out with related career information that match your experience and expertise. Sign up for Job Alerts Create your account and then sign up for job alerts. When new jobs become available that meet your criteria, you’ll be alerted right away! At Kyndryl, we achieve progress the world depends on, with purpose. Beginning with the purpose that matters to you. Because here, you will be part of a culture designed with purpose. One that is restless, empathetic and devoted. Where we are committed to sustainable progress for our customers and supporting the communities where we work and live. All of you is what we want. And what we need. Join us, and together, we can advance the vital systems that power human progress.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the strategic management and evolution of core IT platforms including Windows, VMware, Linux, and Middleware. The role involves translating business objectives into technical roadmaps and driving the adoption of platform engineering and cloud-native practices.