Mainframe Specialist

If Insurance; Turku; Hybrid; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in the Nordics is seeking a Mainframe Specialist to support various teams across the region. You will act as a subject matter expert and technical consultant for mainframe systems, collaborating with developers and managing platform changes. Ideal candidates are experienced in Mainframe systems and possess strong communication skills. Join a collaborative team and enjoy a hybrid workplace with excellent benefits.

Benefits

Career and development opportunities

Health promoting workplace with benefits

Possibility of hybrid workplace

Social activities and professional environment

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in Mainframe systems.
• Curiosity and drive with a proactive mindset.
• Passion for technology and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert on Mainframe systems.
• Act as an internal technical consultant for Mainframe units.
• Collaborate with developers and external partners on complex issues.

Skills

Solid experience with Mainframe systems

Background in system programming or software installation

Proficiency in COBOL

Familiarity with CICS, IMS, DL/I, Db2, and JCL

Understanding of Mainframe security and compliance standards

Proficiency in English and a Nordic language

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to take on a role as a Mainframe Specialist, supporting our mainframe teams across the Nordics?

About The Role

As a Mainframe Specialist, you will serve as both a subject matter expert on the platform and a key support resource for various Mainframe units across the Nordic region. In this role, you’ll act as an internal technical consultant, contributing to the management and development of our Mainframe systems used for insurance and claims administration.

You’ll be part of our Nordic Mainframe specialist team, collaborating closely with developers, administrators, and technicians from external partners. You’ll often be involved in platform changes and complex issues that require structured problem-solving. Staying up to date with developments in the Mainframe world is essential—and so is sharing that knowledge with your colleagues.

We offer

We believe in mutual commitment—just as we set high standards for ourselves, we support you in expecting the same from us. Here are some of the benefits of working at If:

• An including work environment where everyone is welcome
• Career and development opportunities in the biggest insurance company in the Nordics
• Social activities, as well as highly skilled professional environment
• Possibility of hybrid workplace
• Health promoting workplace with e.g., wellness allowance and various sports activities
• Great insurance benefits

About The Team

You will be part of a team consisting of 3 colleagues who all work in the Mainframe Centre of Excellence team. Two members are based in Turku (Finland) and the 3rd in Stockholm (Sweden).

Who are you?

You are curious and driven, with deep expertise in Mainframe systems. You thrive in both collaborative and independent settings, and you’re passionate about technology and continuous learning. You enjoy sharing your knowledge, documenting your work, and contributing to meaningful change. With a strong sense of responsibility and a service-oriented mindset, you’re not just a tech expert—you’re a team player who understands the value of communication and business insight.

You also have:

• Solid experience with Mainframe systems and operating environments.
• Background in system programming and/or software installation on Mainframe platforms.
• Proficiency in COBOL; knowledge of Assembler and REXX is a plus.
• Familiarity with CICS, IMS, DL/I, Db2, and JCL.
• Understanding of Mainframe security, especially RACF and compliance standards like ISO 27001.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset with strong documentation habits and a passion for learning.
• Proficiency in English, and a Nordic language is a plus.

Additional Facts And The Recruitment Process

Application deadline: Screening and interviewing will be conducted on a rolling basis. However the application deadline is 13th of October, 2025.

To apply for the position: Please attach your CV.

Work location: Turku (Finland), Espoo (Finland), Stockholm (Sweden), Oslo (Norway), Ballerup (Denmark)

Travelling: Requires some occasional traveling in the Nordics.

Start: By agreement.

For more information, please contact Rod McCracken, Mainframe CoE Manager, [e-mail].

Background checks will be done in accordance with the law in the country of employment.

We look forward to your application!

About Us

We are If. Our purpose is to give people confidence today to shape their tomorrow.

To make this possible, trust is our backbone. We stay ahead and challenge ourselves to grow. And we always put our hearts into it – because it takes more than bright minds to make brilliant things happen.

We are the leading insurance company in the Nordics/Baltics and a stable employer with 7,900 dedicated professionals. But most importantly, we are protectors of people, enablers of companies and encouragers of dreams. With our joint force of expertise and engagement we always stand by our customers’ side. Giving them the security and the confidence to be curious, explore new worlds, start new businesses and live their lives.

We are an equal opportunity employer, convinced that a diverse and inclusive work culture boosts innovation and the growth of intellectual capital in many ways. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you come from, or what you look like. It is the different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences each of us have and share, that will make a difference.

Come and join us!