Lead Mainframe z/OS SRE – Modernization and Resilience

Burtch Works; Cary (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Burtch Works is seeking a Lead Mainframe z/OS SRE to architect, design, and direct modernization of mainframe systems across multiple locations, with a hybrid in-office requirement. You will drive reliability, scalability, and alignment with business goals.

The role demands 7+ years of mainframe engineering, deep IBM z/OS expertise, and proven leadership of cross-functional teams. You will collaborate with stakeholders to implement resilient, automated solutions and governance.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of mainframe engineering experience in service delivery, engineering, or architecture.
• Expertise in IBM z/OS, WLM, RACF and related mainframe technologies.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture, design, and implementation of mainframe solutions.
• Provide technical leadership to mainframe teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver mainframe solutions.
• Establish mainframe intake and change processes and performance tuning.
• Assist in BCP design exercises using Ansible and related technologies.
• Review telemetry data and ensure high availability, security, and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Architecture

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

IBM z/OS

WLM

RACF

Ansible

OpenShift

Python

Job description

Burtch Works is seeking a Lead Mainframe z/OS SRE to architect, design, and direct modernization of mainframe systems across multiple locations, with a hybrid in-office requirement. You will drive reliability, scalability, and alignment with business goals.

The role demands 7+ years of mainframe engineering, deep IBM z/OS expertise, and proven leadership of cross-functional teams. You will collaborate with stakeholders to implement resilient, automated solutions and governance.