Mainframe Solution Architect - JCL/COBOL

Design and architect innovative mainframe solutions and applications, aligning them with business requirements and performance objectives to drive organizational success.

- Lead the end-to-end development and implementation of complex mainframe software projects, focusing on scalability, reliability, and security to meet enterprise needs.

- Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, developers, and infrastructure teams to define comprehensive technical requirements and craft robust system architectures that deliver value and efficiency.

- Evaluate and recommend cutting-edge mainframe technologies, tools, and frameworks to enhance system capabilities and streamline development processes, ensuring optimal performance and maintainability.

- Conduct thorough code reviews, performance tuning, and optimization activities to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of mainframe applications, leveraging deep expertise in mainframe development and architecture.

- Provide expert guidance and support to development teams on mainframe best practices, standards, and methodologies, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the organization.

- Stay abreast of the latest mainframe technologies, emerging trends, and industry best practices, actively participating in knowledge-sharing activities and sharing insights with the team to drive innovation and excellence.

Requirements : - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, complemented by extensive experience in mainframe development and architecture, with a focus on solution design.

- Proficiency in key mainframe technologies such as COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, and VSAM, coupled with a strong understanding of mainframe system architecture, performance optimization, and security principles.

- Excellent problem-solving, analytical thinking, and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders and the ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable insights.

Skills : - Mainframe Solution Design: Demonstrated ability to architect mainframe solutions that meet business requirements and performance objectives, leveraging deep technical expertise and industry best practices.

- Technical Leadership : Proven track record of providing expert guidance and support to development teams on mainframe projects, driving successful outcomes and fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

- Collaboration: Strong collaboration skills, enabling effective interaction with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements and deliver robust system architectures that drive organizational success.

- Performance Optimization: Advanced proficiency in performance tuning and optimization of mainframe applications, ensuring optimal system performance and efficiency.

Preferred : - Certification in mainframe technologies (e.g., IBM Certified System Programmer), demonstrating advanced proficiency and expertise in specific mainframe platforms.

- Experience with modernization initiatives such as mainframe migration or integration with cloud platforms, showcasing versatility and adaptability in leveraging emerging technologies to drive organizational transformation.

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