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 Job Description Your role As a Design Ops Associate, you’ll help create the structure, tools, and processes that enable design teams to do their best work. Rather than creating design deliverables yourself, you’ll focus on improving how design work is planned, coordinated, tracked, and delivered across projects and teams. This role balances operational planning with day-to-day execution, helping designers spend more time solving customer problems and less time navigating process challenges. You’ll work closely with designers, product teams, engineers, and delivery partners to support the successful execution of design initiatives. Your work will help create visibility into priorities, timelines, dependencies, and outcomes, enabling teams to collaborate more effectively and make informed decisions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in design operations, programme coordination, process improvement, and the ways design teams operate within large organisations. You’ll gain exposure to design systems, digital product development, experience design practices, and portfolio management while building valuable operational and consulting skills that can support multiple career paths. What you will do Enable effective design delivery Support planning activities for design projects, including intake, prioritisation, scheduling, and resource coordination Help maintain processes that enable consistent and high-quality delivery across design initiatives Track milestones, dependencies, and deliverables to help teams stay aligned and informed Prepare reports and updates that provide visibility into project status, priorities, and risks Coordinate across teams Facilitate collaboration between design, product, engineering, and delivery teams Support briefing, planning, and review activities for design work Ensure stakeholders have access to accurate and timely information about design initiatives Help manage communication flows related to project timelines, dependencies, and key decisions Improve operational effectiveness Identify gaps, bottlenecks, or inefficiencies in the design workflow Document and maintain processes, templates, tools, and operational guidelines Support continuous improvement initiatives that simplify how design work is managed and delivered Contribute ideas that improve team effectiveness, consistency, and visibility Support portfolio oversight Track work across multiple projects, programmes, or design initiatives Maintain information that helps teams understand workload, capacity, and priorities Assist with forecasting, planning, and operational reporting activities Monitor progress against agreed objectives and highlight potential risks or constraints Learn and grow Build knowledge of DesignOps, experience design, and digital product development practices Learn how design teams collaborate within large-scale customer environments Develop skills in programme coordination, process improvement, stakeholder management, and operational planning Gain hands-on experience using planning, collaboration, and workflow management tools Who You Are Job Qualifications Why Kyndryl: We’re a purpose-driven company committed to innovation and empowering our people. Here, your work contributes to meaningful outcomes for clients and communities. 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. You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to provide 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 your work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others. Kyndryl is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Kyndryl is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. Required skills and experience Demonstrated experience coordinating projects, programs, workflows, or operational activities in a design, product, project management, or business operations environment Understanding of how design work moves from planning through delivery within a multidisciplinary team Experience managing multiple workstreams, priorities, or initiatives simultaneously Ability to create, document, and maintain processes, templates, or operational frameworks Experience collaborating with teams that have different priorities, responsibilities, and areas of expertise Ability to identify operational challenges and recommend practical improvements Experience using project management, planning, tracking, or collaboration tools Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accuracy across multiple activities and deadlines Preferred skills and experience Experience supporting design, UX, service design, customer experience, or digital product teams Familiarity with portfolio management, resource planning, or capacity tracking practices Experience contributing to process improvement or operational transformation initiatives Exposure to design systems, design governance, or quality review processes Familiarity with AI-enabled productivity, workflow, or collaboration tools Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction now, and in the future. The company will not sponsor employment visas for this role. You must also be able to work at our Frisco office 5 days per week. The compensation for this position is $77,000 based on a full-time schedule. The pay or salary range is not below any applicable state, city or local minimum wage requirement. 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, paid leave, and paid time off. Note: If this is a sales commission eligible role, you will be eligible to participate in a sales commission plan in lieu of the annual discretionary bonus program. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. 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.

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