Remote Mainframe Modernization Architect

Rocket Software; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 155,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited vacation and holidays

Health and wellness coverage

401(k) and retirement savings with匹配

Job summary

Rocket Software is seeking a Mainframe Modernization Solutions Architect to analyze, design, and implement modernization strategies for customers’ legacy systems. You will lead technical efforts, architect solutions, and drive Cloud‑Native transitions across hybrid environments.

The role involves working with OpenShift, Kubernetes, and containerized deployments, with a focus on distributed architectures and DevOps practices. Strong English communication and global travel readiness are required.

Qualifications

• Advanced technical degree required.
• 4–10 years leading mainframe and legacy modernization efforts.
• Experience with major cloud provider infra (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Experience analyzing on‑prem mainframe apps for modernization.
• Certifications such as AWS Solution Architect Pro or SAFe preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable, high‑availability modernization solutions.
• Lead customer engagements and present technical concepts.
• Create pilots and proof of concept analyses.
• Guide partners with Rocket modernization methodology.
• Deliver architectural guidance for global customers.

Skills

Mainframe modernization

Cloud computing

OpenShift/Kubernetes

DevOps practices

Technical leadership

Education

Advanced Technical Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

OpenShift

Kubernetes

Docker

Job description

Rocket Software is seeking a Mainframe Modernization Solutions Architect to analyze, design, and implement modernization strategies for customers’ legacy systems. You will lead technical efforts, architect solutions, and drive Cloud‑Native transitions across hybrid environments.

The role involves working with OpenShift, Kubernetes, and containerized deployments, with a focus on distributed architectures and DevOps practices. Strong English communication and global travel readiness are required.