Application Developer-Mainframe Modernization

MainframeMaster; Gurgaon; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

MainframeMaster is seeking an Application Developer specializing in Mainframe Modernization in Gurgaon, India. You'll leverage your technical expertise to develop codes for migrating mainframe applications to cloud platforms, ensuring performance and reliability.

With a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferred and 5-7 years of relevant experience, this role demands proficiency in technologies like COBOL, Java, and Kubernetes. Join a collaborative environment where you can drive innovation in cloud solutions.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in application development focusing on mainframe modernization.
• Exposure to various coding technologies including COBOL, Java, and Microservices.
• Experience in cloud migration and implementation of modernization strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop codes for mainframe modernization and migration to cloud platforms.
• Utilize proficiency in technologies to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.

Skills

Mainframe Modernization Coding

Technical Proficiency with COBOL

Cloud Migration Support

Multi-Technology Integration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

COBOL

Java

Kubernetes

DB2

CICS

Job description

# Application Developer-Mainframe ModernizationIBMFull-timeGurgaon, Noida, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, India0 viewsPosted June 1, 2026## Job DescriptionIntroductionA career in IBM Consulting is built on long-term client relationships and close collaboration worldwide. You’ll work with leading companies across industries, helping them shape their hybrid **cloud** and AI journeys. With support from our strategic partners, robust IBM technology, and Red Hat, you’ll have the tools to drive meaningful change and accelerate client impact. At IBM Consulting, curiosity fuels success. You’ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, explore new ideas, and create innovative solutions that deliver real results. Our culture of growth and empathy focuses on your long-term career development while valuing your unique skills and experiences.In this role, you'll work in one of our IBM Consulting Client Innovation Centers (Delivery Centers), where we deliver deep technical and industry expertise to a wide range of public and private sector clients around the world. Our delivery centers offer our clients locally based skills and technical expertise to drive innovation and adoption of new technology.Your role and responsibilitiesAs an Application Developer specializing in Mainframe Modernization, you will utilize your expertise in fundamental concepts and technologies related to both mainframe systems and modernization to drive application development. You will leverage your skills in developing codes for in-place mainframe modernization and migration of mainframe applications to **cloud** platforms. Your primary responsibilities will include: • Develop Mainframe Modernization Code: Develop codes for both in-place mainframe modernization and migration of mainframe applications to **cloud** platforms, including z-**cloud**, and support mainframe migration to other **cloud** environments. • Apply Technical Expertise: Utilize proficiency in various technologies, such as **COBOL** systems, **Java**, JSON, API, **Microservices**, SaaS, Edge, Off-premises applications, network security, **Kubernetes**, DevOps, **Db2**, **CICS**, WebSphere, and **MQ**, to deliver high-quality solutions. • Support **Cloud** Migration: Support the migration of mainframe applications to **cloud** platforms, ensuring seamless integration and minimal disruption to services. • Implement Modernization Strategies: Implement modernization strategies to optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability. • Collaborate on Solution Delivery: Collaborate with teams to deliver modernized mainframe applications, ensuring alignment with business objectives and requirements.## Requirements & SkillsRequired educationBachelor's DegreePreferred educationMaster's DegreeRequired technical and professional expertise• Mainframe Modernization Coding: Exposure to developing codes for in-place mainframe modernization and migration of mainframe applications to **cloud** platforms, including z-**cloud**. • Technical Proficiency: Exposure to various technologies, such as **COBOL** systems, **Java**, JSON, API, **Microservices**, SaaS, Edge, Off-premises applications, network security, **Kubernetes**, DevOps, **Db2**, **CICS**, WebSphere, and **MQ**. • **Cloud** Migration Support: Experience working with mainframe migration to other **cloud** environments, ensuring seamless integration and minimal disruption to services. • Modernization Strategy Implementation: Exposure to implementing modernization strategies to optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability. • Multi-Technology Integration: Experience working with integrating multiple technologies, such as mainframe systems, **cloud** platforms, and modernization tools, to deliver high-quality solutions.Preferred technical and professional experience• Proficiency in **COBOL** Systems: Exposure to utilizing **COBOL** systems for mainframe modernization, including code development and migration to **cloud** platforms. Familiarity with **COBOL**'s role in modernization projects and its integration with other technologies. • Knowledge of **Cloud** Security: Experience working with network security measures in **cloud** environments, ensuring secure migration and integration of mainframe applications. Understanding of security protocols and compliance requirements in **cloud**-based systems. • Familiarity with DevOps Tools: Exposure to utilizing DevOps tools and methodologies for efficient application development, deployment, and maintenance in mainframe modernization projects. Understanding of DevOps principles and their application in **cloud**-based environments.Years of Experience:5 - 7## How to ApplyApply directly through the application link above### Technologies* COBOL* CICS* DB2* Mq* Artificial Intelligence* Microservices* Kubernetes* Cloud* Java