Senior IBM i Cloud Migration Architect

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Roxwell; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd in Roxwell is seeking an experienced IBM Cloud Migration Consultant. The role focuses on moving IBM i workloads from iSeries/AS400 to IBM Cloud, shaping strategy, architecture and execution with strong hands-on migration experience.

The candidate will assess the current estate, plan each phase, and collaborate with technical teams to mitigate risks. A competitive salary is offered and relocation considerations may apply.

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on IBM i / iSeries / AS400 experience.
• Proven track record migrating IBM i workloads to IBM Cloud.
• Strong ability to communicate complex findings clearly.
• Experience with Power Systems / PowerVS is a plus.
• Familiarity with RPG/RPGLE/CL legacy IBM i apps.
• Ability to work independently and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assessing the existing IBM i / iSeries / AS400 environment and understanding the current estate
• Supporting the migration of IBM i workloads to IBM Cloud
• Helping define the migration strategy, architecture and approach
• Assessing applications, dependencies, databases, interfaces and integrations
• Identifying potential migration risks, challenges and dependencies
• Working with technical teams and stakeholders to plan and execute the migration
• Supporting migration planning, testing and cutover activities
• Providing hands on technical expertise throughout the process
• Advising on opportunities to modernise the existing IBM i environment as part of the move to the cloud

Skills

IBM i expertise

iSeries / AS400

Migration to IBM Cloud

PowerVS experience

DB2 for i

RPG / RPGLE / CL

Cloud migration planning

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Tools

PowerVS

Job description

JAM Recruitment Ltd in Roxwell is seeking an experienced IBM Cloud Migration Consultant. The role focuses on moving IBM i workloads from iSeries/AS400 to IBM Cloud, shaping strategy, architecture and execution with strong hands-on migration experience.

The candidate will assess the current estate, plan each phase, and collaborate with technical teams to mitigate risks. A competitive salary is offered and relocation considerations may apply.