Teradata Database Administrator (Xico)

The Role

As a Teradata Database Administrator, you will play a key role in ensuring the stability, performance, and security of enterprise database platforms that support critical business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, operate, and support relational and non‑relational databases (Teradata / Vantage) in mission‑critical environments.
• Install, configure, maintain, and upgrade database engines, ensuring high availability and optimal performance.
• Monitor database performance, conduct capacity planning, and optimize queries to support business applications.
• Provide production support under strict SLAs, including monitoring, alert analysis, troubleshooting, and incident resolution.
• Manage backup, recovery, security, and access controls, while maintaining technical documentation and operational standards.

Your Future at Kyndryl

Every position at Kyndryl offers a path to growth. You'll work with experienced peers on general, high‑impact systems while gaining exposure to cutting‑edge database and cloud technologies.

We invest in your success through continuous learning, certifications, career development opportunities, and access to a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative environment where your expertise truly matters.

Who You Are

You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. Equally important, you have a growth mindset, are customer‑focused, prioritizing customer success, and you are open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Skills and Experience

• 4+ years of experience in database administration roles.
• Strong experience in Teradata / Vantage Administration.
• Experience with database installation, configuration, maintenance, patching, and hardening.
• Knowledge of performance tuning, capacity planning, backup, recovery, and high‑availability solutions.
• Experience supporting production environments under SLAs, including incident management and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of database security, user management, roles, and access permissions.
• Intermediate English level (written and verbal).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting large‑scale enterprise or mission‑critical environments.
• Familiarity with operational documentation, standardization, and ITIL‑based processes.
• Exposure to automation, monitoring tools, or cloud‑based database platforms.

Being You

The "Kyn" in Kyndryl represents the strong bonds we share 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.

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.

From your first day, you'll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on. You'll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.

We provide personalized development goals, continuous feedback, and access to cutting‑edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands‑on experiences.

We value empathy, restless learning, and shared success. We’re committed to helping you thrive.