Mainframe Modernization Specialist

Position Description :

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.

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.

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.

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.

Skills : CICS

Java

Mainframe

What you can expect from us :

Together as owners lets turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership teamwork respect and belonging. Here youll reach your full potential because

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas embrace new opportunities and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Financial,Landscaping,Account Management,Event Planning,Db2

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1