Remote Mainframe Modernization Architect — Lead Transformation

Ensono; Detroit (MI); Remote; USD 156,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited Paid Days Off

401k with company match

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Ensono is seeking an Expert Technology Consultant – Mainframe Modernization Senior Architect for remote work in the United States. You will lead large-scale modernization efforts, design scalable solutions, and engage with executives to drive transformation across client environments.

The role requires deep mainframe expertise (COBOL, CICS, z/OS) and a track record of delivering end-to-end modernization programs, with strong communication and leadership skills to align with Product and Sales

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer sciences.
• 20+ years of experience as an architect or equivalent in the hosting and network space.
• Over 12 years’ experience as a Modernization or Migration Architect, leading legacy system upgrades to new platforms with minimal business disruption.
• Hands‑on experience with Mainframe Application migration and legacy modernization projects.
• 15+ years of experience with strong expertise across the mainframe technology stack, including COBOL, Natural, Adabas, Easytrieve, Db2, IMS, JCL, CICS, VSAM, RACF, z/OS, PL/I, and Assembler.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Sales and Consulting to create Pursuit, Solution, and Sales strategies for large existing global clients.
• Conduct discovery and assessment workshops to drive client account penetration.
• Develop and document solutions meeting client requirements for transformation and re-platforming.
• Conduct solution development sessions and present technical solutions and business cases.
• Gain executive buy‑in for complex solutions through high‑level technology discussions.
• Serve as trusted advisor offering consultation and recommendations based on past experiences.
• Align with Product Management to drive product enhancements and roadmap changes.
• Drive stability and innovation by meeting client requirements with available offerings.

Skills

Mainframe modernization

COBOL

CICS

z/OS

Modernization strategy

AI and automation

Cloud familiarity

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer sciences

Tools

Mainframe migration tools

Job description

Ensono is seeking an Expert Technology Consultant – Mainframe Modernization Senior Architect for remote work in the United States. You will lead large-scale modernization efforts, design scalable solutions, and engage with executives to drive transformation across client environments.

The role requires deep mainframe expertise (COBOL, CICS, z/OS) and a track record of delivering end-to-end modernization programs, with strong communication and leadership skills to align with Product and Sales