Mainframe System Programming Manager

Technogen India Pvt Ltd.; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Technogen India Pvt Ltd. in Hyderabad seeks an experienced Mainframe System Programming Manager to lead our mainframe infrastructure operations team and drive modernization.

You will mentor 25+ staff, set standards, manage SLAs, and guide DevOps-enabled initiatives across a mission-critical environment. The role focuses on reliability, performance, and strategic roadmapping for the mainframe estate.

Qualifications

• Experience leading mainframe system programming teams in a large enterprise.
• Proven ability to drive reliability, performance, and availability improvements.
• Strong strategic planning and roadmapping skills for modernization initiatives.
• Ability to manage stakeholder expectations and service delivery across multiple clients.
• Proficient in traditional mainframe automation/tools and modern DevOps integrations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a 25+ person mainframe team.
• Establish and enforce standards, SLAs, and best practices for mainframe infrastructure.
• Drive continuous improvement for system reliability and performance.
• Develop roadmaps for mainframe modernization and infrastructure evolution.
• Coordinate release management, change control, and incident response.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Operational excellence

Tools

REXX

CLIST

Microsoft Project

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Mainframe System Programming Manager to lead and manage our mainframe infrastructure operations team. This is a strategic leadership role requiring deep technical expertise combined with proven people management and service delivery capabilities. The ideal candidate will drive operational excellence, modernization initiatives, and team performance across a complex, mission-critical mainframe environment.

Reports To: Director Mainframe System Programming. Location: Hyderabad. Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 25+ mainframe system programmers and technical staff
• Establish and enforce operational standards, best practices, and SLAs across mainframe infrastructure
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system reliability, performance, and availability
• Develop and execute roadmaps for mainframe modernization and infrastructure advancement

Technical Infrastructure Management

• Manage large, complex mainframe environments including z/OS Parallel Sysplex, Coupling Facility, and Disaster Recovery (DR) configurations
• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise-grade automation solutions using REXX, CLIST, and other scripting tools
• Ensure system performance optimization, capacity planning, and resource utilization across multi-CEC environments
• Oversee system reliability engineering, high availability strategies, and DR/business continuity protocols
• Drive automation-first culture to reduce manual operations and improve efficiency

Project Change Management

• Manage complex mainframe projects using Microsoft Project and Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Coordinate release management, change control, and deployment processes
• Lead infrastructure modernization initiatives (z/OS enhancements, cloud integration, DevOps adoption)
• Ensure compliance with SDLC best practices and regulatory requirements
• Balance innovation with stability in mission-critical environments

Client Stakeholder Management

• Serve as primary technical and operational contact for internal and external clients