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Kyndryl
GemFire Administrator
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
As a Systems Administrator at Kyndryl, you will solve complex problems and identify future issues across a range of platforms and services. You will be at the forefront of technology and modernization, working with some of our largest clients — which means working with some of the biggest companies in the world.
There’s no typical day for a Systems Administrator at Kyndryl, as no two projects are the same. You will manage system data for clients and provide daily solutions and security compliance. You will oversee a queue of tasks and work directly with technicians, prioritizing tickets to deliver the best solutions for our clients.
One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with clients from a diverse range of industries — from banking to retail. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or focus and specialize in a particular industry, you will find opportunities here. You will also have the chance to share your expertise by recommending modernization options, identifying new business opportunities, and cultivating relationships with other teams and stakeholders.
Is the work challenging at times? Yes! But you will collaborate with a diverse group of talented individuals and gain valuable management and organizational skills that will serve you well throughout your career.
Your Future at Kyndryl
Every role at Kyndryl offers a path to career growth, from Junior Systems Administrator to Architect. We have opportunities related to hyperscalers that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to earn certifications on the four major platforms.
One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with clients from a diverse range of industries — from banking to retail. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or focus and specialize in a particular industry, you will find opportunities here.
Who You Are
Job Description
As a GemFire Administrator at Kyndryl, you will be responsible for the administration, operation, and support of VMware Tanzu GemFire / Apache Geode platforms, enabling high-performance, low-latency, and high-availability applications.
In this role, you will manage distributed in-memory data grid environments that support business-critical workloads. You will collaborate closely with application, middleware, DevOps, and SRE teams to ensure platform stability, scalability, and resilience, as well as adherence to service levels. Your work will be crucial for delivering reliable, high-availability solutions in complex enterprise environments.
Your Profile
Growth mindset with a focus on continuous learning
Customer-oriented and proactive in problem-solving
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional and global teams
Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable in high-availability environments
Your Future at Kyndryl
At Kyndryl, you will have opportunities to develop your career in distributed systems, in-memory data platforms, and cloud-native architectures, working with enterprise-scale environments and global clients. This role provides exposure to advanced technologies and high-impact projects in mission-critical scenarios.
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.
Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what’s next.
Work Location: Brazil (Remote)
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Key Responsibilities
- Administer and operate VMware Tanzu GemFire / Apache Geode platforms
- Configure and manage distributed in-memory data grid clusters, including regions, replication, partitioning, and failover
- Support mission-critical applications with high-availability and low-latency requirements
- Monitor platform health, analyze performance metrics, and troubleshoot incidents within defined SLAs
- Perform incident management, problem resolution, and root cause analysis
- Manage platform lifecycle activities: installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and resilience enhancements
- Integrate GemFire platforms with application layers and backend systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve platform performance and reliability
- Maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and operational standards
Minimum requirements
Required Skills and Experience
- More than 3 to 4 years of experience with VMware Tanzu GemFire / Apache Geode or similar in-memory data grid platforms
- Solid understanding of distributed in-memory databases for high-performance, low-latency environments
- Hands-on experience configuring GemFire clusters, including replication, partitioning, and failover mechanisms
- Experience supporting production environments, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and incident management
- Knowledge of platform availability, resilience, recovery, patching, and upgrades
- Experience working in SLA-driven environments
- Intermediate English for documentation and global collaboration
Desired Skills and Experience
- Experience integrating GemFire platforms with applications and backend systems
- Familiarity with SRE, middleware, DevOps, or distributed systems environments
- Experience in enterprise or mission-critical environments
- Solid experience with documentation, runbooks, and operational processes
- Knowledge of high-availability architecture and resilience patterns
- Intermediate/Advanced Spanish (desirable)
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.
