Job Summary:
We are seeking a seasoned Mainframe Modernization Expert to lead and execute modernization initiatives that transition legacy mainframe applications to modern platforms. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of mainframe environments (COBOL, CICS, JCL, DB2, etc.) and experience with cloud migration, rehosting, refactoring, or rewriting strategies using modern architectures like microservices, containers, and APIs.
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Key Responsibilities:
• Assess current mainframe systems to identify modernization opportunities.
• Define and lead end-to-end modernization strategy and roadmap.
• Perform mainframe code analysis and determine the best-fit modernization approach (replatforming, rehosting, refactoring, or rewriting).
• Guide teams in converting COBOL and other legacy code to Java, .NET, or other modern languages.
• Collaborate with cloud and DevOps teams to integrate mainframe components into CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Support data migration efforts from mainframe databases (e.g., DB2) to modern data stores (e.g., SQL, NoSQL, cloud-native DBs).
• Ensure security, performance, and reliability standards are met during and after modernization.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to technical teams throughout project lifecycles.
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Required Skills and Qualifications:
• 10+ years of experience in mainframe technologies (COBOL, JCL, CICS, VSAM, DB2, etc.).
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with mainframe modernization projects.
• Proven expertise with at least one modernization approach (e.g., replatforming to Linux, rearchitecting to microservices, cloud-native conversion).
• Familiarity with mainframe emulation platforms (e.g., Micro Focus, IBM z/OS Connect, Raincode).
• Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong understanding of modern development frameworks and CI/CD tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
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Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with code transformation tools (e.g., Heirloom, Modern Systems, Astadia).
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless architecture.
• Mainframe performance tuning and optimization background.
• Certifications in cloud technologies or modernization frameworks.
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