Mainframe DevOps Architect - REMOTE

Role: Mainframe DevOps Architect

Location: Remote (USA preferred; open to Canada & India – must work CST hours)

Client: IBM

Role Summary:

• Looking for a highly experienced Mainframe DevOps Architect to lead DevOps transformation initiatives in z/OS environments

• Strong expertise in CI/CD, automation, and integration of mainframe systems with modern DevOps toolchains is required

DevOps Strategy & Architecture:

• Define and implement enterprise DevOps strategy for mainframe applications

• Design end-to-end DevOps architecture integrating legacy systems with modern platforms

• Establish best practices for version control, release management, and governance

• Drive DevOps culture adoption across development, QA, and operations teams

CI/CD & Automation:

• Design and build CI/CD pipelines for COBOL, PL/I, JCL, and DB2 applications

• Automate build, test, and deployment processes using modern DevOps tools

• Implement shift-left practices, automated testing, and continuous integration

• Monitor and optimize pipeline performance, reliability, and scalability

Mainframe Development & Tooling:

• Work with IBM toolsets including DBB (Dependency Based Build), IDz, and IDD

• Integrate mainframe development workflows with enterprise DevOps ecosystems

• Enable seamless collaboration between distributed and mainframe teams

Version Control & Integration:

• Implement Git-based version control using platforms like GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket

• Define branching strategies and release workflows

• Integrate mainframe tools with modern CI/CD and DevOps pipelines

Testing, Quality & Governance:

• Implement automated testing frameworks for mainframe applications

• Integrate code quality and static analysis tools

• Ensure compliance with security, governance, and enterprise standards

Cloud & Modernization (Preferred):

• Exposure to hybrid cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or GCP

• Experience with mainframe modernization and API enablement

• Familiarity with containerization and Kubernetes is a plus

Collaboration & Leadership:

• Work closely with development, QA, infrastructure, and operations teams

• Lead DevOps transformation initiatives and mentor engineering teams

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and client leadership

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in mainframe development and architecture (z/OS)

• Strong expertise in COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS, and VSAM

• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins

• Experience with IBM tools: DBB, IDz, IDD

• Strong scripting skills in Groovy, Shell, or Python

• Experience with Git-based repositories and branching strategies

• Proven experience designing and implementing mainframe DevOps pipelines

Good to Have:

• Experience with legacy SCM tools such as Endevor, Changeman, or ISPW

• Knowledge of z/OS Connect and API integration

• Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or SAFe methodologies