TSYS Technical Lead Mainframe MQ Java

Hays; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading technology and consulting firm as a TSYS Technical Lead in Canadian Banking. You will be vital in designing and developing credit card processing systems while leading technical teams. This role offers a hybrid work model, competitive rates, and opportunities to work on impactful projects for top-tier banks in Canada.

Benefits

Competitive contract rate

Opportunity to work on impactful projects

Hybrid work flexibility

Exposure to cutting-edge technologies

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with TSYS mainframe systems including COBOL, CICS, DB2.
• Proven leadership in Java or similar web application development.
• Expertise in IBM MQ for message-driven integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and support of credit card processing systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical delivery.
• Ensure alignment with business goals and regulatory standards.

Skills

TSYS Mainframe Expertise

Web Application Development

MQ Messaging

RESTful API Services

Canadian Banking Domain Knowledge

Leadership & Delivery

Communication

Job description

Location : Toronto downtown – Hybrid (2 days onsite)

Hourly Rate : $85-105 / hr

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Your New Company

Join a leading global technology and consulting firm known for driving innovation in the financial services sector. Our client partners with top-tier Canadian banks to deliver cutting-edge digital banking solutions and credit card platforms, leveraging deep industry expertise and advanced technology.

Your New Role

We are seeking a TSYS Technical Lead – Canadian Banking to join a dynamic team based in Toronto (BMO Place) with a hybrid work model (2 days on-site, remote otherwise). You will lead the design, development, and support of mission-critical credit card processing systems and enterprise-grade web applications. You will be responsible for driving technical delivery, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory standards.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• TSYS Mainframe Expertise : Strong hands-on experience with TSYS mainframe systems including COBOL, CICS, DB2; ability to analyze and support credit card platform functionality.
• Web Application Development : Proven leadership in Java or similar web application development; solid understanding of enterprise application architecture and deployment.
• MQ Messaging : Expertise in IBM MQ for message-driven integration, troubleshooting, and optimization.
• RESTful API Services : Skilled in designing and developing secure, scalable REST APIs with knowledge of API gateway patterns, authentication, and rate limiting.
• Canadian Banking Domain Knowledge : Deep understanding of Canadian banking systems, regulatory requirements, and digital banking or credit card issuing platforms.
• Leadership & Delivery : Experience leading technical teams, translating business needs into technical solutions, and working within agile and DevOps environments.
• Communication : Excellent verbal and written communication skills; adept at managing senior stakeholders and technical risks.

Nice to Have

• Experience with TS2 platform implementation, customization, or migration.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and mainframe modernization / microservices migration.
• Exposure to CI / CD tools such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions and automated testing frameworks.
• Knowledge of PCI-DSS, secure coding practices, and compliance in Canadian financial institutions.
• Skills in performance profiling and optimization for mainframe and web applications.

What You'll Get in Return

• A competitive contract rate
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects with a prestigious Canadian banking client.
• Hybrid work flexibility with a prime Toronto location.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and modernization initiatives.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment with strong leadership support.

What You Need to Do Now

If you are a seasoned TSYS Technical Lead with expertise in Canadian banking and a passion for leading innovative technical solutions, apply today! Submit your updated resume highlighting your relevant experience and availability. This is an urgent requirement confirmed live by our client—don’t miss the chance to advance your career with a high-profile financial technology project.