Cloud-Native Mainframe Modernization Architect

IBM; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Consulting is seeking an Application Architect specializing in Application Modernization to reshape legacy mainframe systems into modern, scalable, cloud-native solutions. You will design and guide transformation across multiple cloud platforms, combining deep technical expertise with strategic vision.

You will lead the creation of microservices, APIs, and data models while ensuring secure, resilient architecture and governance throughout the modernization lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Expertise in transforming legacy systems into modern cloud-native architectures across AWS, Azure, IBM Cloud and Google Cloud.
• Ability to design microservices, APIs, data models, and integration patterns for scalable apps.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) for secure, resilient systems.
• Proven track record of integrating generative AI technologies (Watson, Azure OpenAI) into applications.
• Experience with robust testing governance and performance optimization across the modernization lifecycle.
• Must possess and be able to maintain DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead End-to-End Architecture: transform legacy systems into modern, cloud-native architectures across major clouds.
• Design Microservices and APIs: create microservices, APIs, data models, and integration patterns.
• Define modernization strategies: develop strategies based on client pain points and outcomes.
• Guide AI Adoption: integrate generative AI technologies into modernized applications.
• Ensure Testing Governance: implement robust testing governance and performance optimization.

Skills

Cloud-Native Architecture

Microservices & API Design

Generative AI Technology Integration

Testing Governance

DoD Secret Clearance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

IBM Cloud

ICA tools

Job description

IBM Consulting is seeking an Application Architect specializing in Application Modernization to reshape legacy mainframe systems into modern, scalable, cloud-native solutions. You will design and guide transformation across multiple cloud platforms, combining deep technical expertise with strategic vision.

You will lead the creation of microservices, APIs, and data models while ensuring secure, resilient architecture and governance throughout the modernization lifecycle.