Product Manager* Mainframe Modernization

TN Germany; Marburg; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Product Manager for Mainframe Modernization. This role focuses on driving product strategy and adoption in the market, supporting customers globally in COBOL optimization projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in COBOL and Java, with excellent communication skills to engage effectively with customers and stakeholders. With a hybrid working model that allows for flexibility, this position offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of enterprise applications in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Leistungen

Competitive total compensation

Comprehensive medical benefits

Hybrid Working Model

Home office upgrade payment

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifikationen

• Experience in architecting and modernizing large-scale COBOL applications.
• Proven ability to collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders.

Aufgaben

• Drive product strategy and market adoption for COBOL Mainframe Modernization.
• Support customers in COBOL optimization and modernization projects.

Kenntnisse

COBOL

Java

Db2

CICS

Agile Methodologies

Problem-solving

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Advanced degree or relevant certifications

Tools

IBM Developer for z/OS

ISPF

IBM Open Editor/VSC

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Product Manager* Mainframe Modernization, Marburg

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Client:

Software AG

Location:

Marburg, Germany

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Software AG customers, large enterprises and government organizations around the world, have developed business-critical enterprise applications based on IBM z/OS COBOL. In order to bring these business applications into the future, it is a key objective to modernize these systems and to offer a cost-effective operation.

Software AG is planning to launch a new product that will modernize COBOL z/OS applications leveraging Java technologies on z/OS.

For this purpose, we are looking for an experienced Product Manager* COBOL Mainframe Modernization that will drive the product strategy and adoption in the market.

This job requires a high-level of technical credibility, a customer-centric mindset and a passion for being a thought-leader.

Essential Functions

• Support customers globally in IBM z/OS COBOL optimization and modernization projects leveraging Java technologies within a multi stakeholder environment (e.g., presales, professional services, partner).
• Assist customers in Proof of Concepts (PoC) to validate the product capabilities and value propositions.
• Understand complex customer issues and recommend technical solutions.
• Collect, review and manage customer requirements and translate them into ranked feature backlogs.
• Improve demo environment to showcase product capabilities.
• Create content and market awareness through multiple channels (e.g., Webinars, events, social media, Blogs, communities/user groups) working closely with product marketing. Be a credible though-leader in the IBM Z market and community.
• Enable internal stakeholder, e.g., presales, professional services, support.
• Collaborate closely within a cross-functional, international team (e.g., product management, engineering, solution architects) to drive the product strategy and roadmap.
• Observe and fully understand relevant mainframe modernization market trends and the competitive landscape.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced degree or relevant professional certifications/badges (e.g., IBM, Interskill).
• Longstanding experience in architecting, developing and modernizing large-scale COBOL z/OS applications.
• Proven experience in mainframe databases (Db2, VSAM, IMS, Adabas), transaction monitors (CICS), batch processing (JCL, job scheduling solutions, Sort, Files, etc.), development tools (e.g., ISPF, IBM Developer for z/OS, IBM Open Editor/VSC), COBOL debugging and source code management on z/OS
• Experience with z/OS middleware (MQ, CTG, z/OS Connect) and IMS transaction monitor and database is a plus.
• Several years’ experience in developing full-stack Java enterprise-class applications on IBM z/OS – with a strong focus on databases, performance, test automation and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Understanding of IBM mainframe software billing/licensing models.
• Ability to work in a highly agile environment.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal and written) in English to convey technical concepts and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Customer-focused mindset: Proven ability to collaborate effectively with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and analytical mindset to structure and solve complex tasks.
• Self-learning and self-driving attitude delivering results according to goals and measurements.
• Experience in enabling and mentoring stakeholders.
• Occasional international travel may be required but would be less than 20%.

What’s in it for you?

• Earn competitive total compensation and receive comprehensive country-specific medical and other benefits.
• Enjoy time and location flexibility with our Hybrid Working Model, which allows a remote workshare of up to 60%.Work anywhere in your country or abroad for up to 10 days per year.
• Set yourself up for success in your new role by upgrading your home office space using your one-time hybrid work payment.
• Lean on the Employee Assistance Program for support during some of life’s most common but difficult challenges.