Principal Solution Architect

Capgemini; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 104,000 - 242,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance programs

Other benefits

Job summary

Capgemini seeks a Principal Solution Architect to drive legacy modernization and cloud migration strategies for complex mainframe and iSeries environments. You will shape target architectures, roadmaps, and cloud-native designs while guiding cross-functional teams through migration, testing, and deployment to deliver scalable, secure solutions.

The role requires extensive experience in cloud ecosystems (Azure, AWS, GCP), strong presales capabilities, and a track record of large-scale

Qualifications

• 16+ years of IT experience with 10+ years leading cloud projects
• 5+ years building cloud solutions on Azure, AWS, GCP
• 15+ years in application development and modernization
• Proven track record delivering large-scale legacy modernization
• Deep understanding of multiple cloud platforms and related frameworks
• Proficiency in modern programming languages and cloud-native design patterns
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, MicroFocus, Raincode, mLogica)

Responsibilities

• Lead assessment and strategy for mainframe modernization and cloud migration
• Define target architecture and technology roadmap for modernization
• Architect migration of cloud-native architectures for legacy apps
• Select modernization techniques (re-platforming, refactoring, replacement)
• Create detailed technical blueprints for migration projects
• Lead cross-functional teams through design, development, testing, and deployment
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and adjust modernization plan
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align business and technical needs
• Provide technical leadership and ensure quality standards
• Define strategy for operating model and new service definitions

Skills

Cloud experience

Pre-sales GTM

Tech leadership

Cloud-native development

Containerization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/CS/Engineering

Tools

Azure

AWS

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Principal Solution Architect

Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you’d like, where you’ll be supported and inspired bya collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you’ll be able to reimagine what’s possible. Join us and help the world’s leading organizationsunlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.

Location

Chicago, IL, Atlanta, GA, Dallas, TX, Nashville, TN, New Jersey/New York region

About the job you're considering

Capgemini is seeking Senior Legacy Modernization (Mainframe) leader who is a highly experienced technical leader responsible for designing and overseeing the process of updating and improving an organization's existing applications to align with modern technologies, typically involvingcloud migration, infrastructure upgrades, and code refactoring, while ensuring the solutions meet business needs and are strategically aligned with the company's goals. Ideal candidate should have presales, GTM experience along with strong technical acumen.

Your role

• Experienced in Assessment and Strategy Development by evaluating mainframe application landscape, identifying legacy systems, and analyzing their technical debt.
• Defining a comprehensive application modernization strategy for mainframe and iseries technology stack including target architecture, migration approach, and technology roadmap.
• Experienced in defining the design and architecture for migrating / modernizing cloud-native architectures for legacy applications, considering scalability, performance, and security.
• Selecting appropriate modernization techniques mastering the R-factors like re-platforming, refactoring, or replacing applications based on business needs.
• Creating detailed technical blueprints for migration and modernization projects.
• Implementation and Oversight by Leading cross-functional teams through the application modernization process, including development, testing, and deployment.
• Monitoring progress, identifying risks, and making necessary adjustments to the modernization plan.
• Collaborating with stakeholders, partners to ensure alignment between business requirements and technical solutions.
• Ability to analyze complex systems and develop a strategic vision for application modernization.
• Provide Technical Leadership to guide teams through technical challenges and ensuring quality standards are met.
• Define and provide strategy for OCM and new operating model for the modernized estate and enable new service definition

Your skills and experiences

• 16+ years of experience with minimum of 10+ years of experience leading IT related “Cloud ” projects of various size/scope.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Engineering, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
• 5+ years of experience building solutions and products on cloud computing infrastructure (Azure, AWS, GCP and non hyperscaler products like Codeium, pool.ai etc.) to modernize mainframe infrastructure and applications
• 15+ years in Application Development and Modernization with Hyperscalers like Azure , AWS , GCP
• Proven record of accomplishment of solutioning and delivering large scale legacy application modernization and transformation deals with mainframe and/or iSeries platforms
• Deep understanding of various cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and nice to have experience in non hyperscalar enterprise cloud frameworks and their capabilities for application modernization.
• Proficiency in modern programming languages, frameworks, and design patterns relevant to cloud-native development.
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, MicroFocus, Raincode, mLogica) for improved scalability and deployment.

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The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $103,879 - $242,400

Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.

The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.

It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees.

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Important Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

Disclaimers

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.

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Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.

Ref. code: 537478

Experience Level: Experienced Professionals

Contract Type: Permanent

Location:

Chicago, US

Brand: Capgemini

Professional Community: Architecture

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.