Senior Mainframe Architect & Modernization Lead

Compunnel, Inc.; Merrimack (NH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech solutions provider is seeking a Principal Mainframe Software Engineer to lead and modernize high-volume, business-critical mainframe systems. This senior technical role requires a deep expertise in mainframe technologies and the ability to deliver comprehensive technical solutions while mentoring teams. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience, strong skills in COBOL, JCL, and system architecture, alongside a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. This position offers a chance to influence engineering practices and drive excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in mainframe software engineering.
• Experience with batch and online processing on mainframe systems.
• Minimum 8 years of development experience using COBOL.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize mainframe applications and systems.
• Lead architecture design initiatives for hybrid and mainframe solutions.
• Ensure system performance and reliability across platforms.
• Mentor teams in Agile and iterative environments.

Skills

COBOL

JCL

VSAM

CICS

IOM

SQL

Analytical skills

Debugging

Problem-solving skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience

Tools

IBM DB2

Oracle

PostgreSQL

Control-M

Job description

A leading tech solutions provider is seeking a Principal Mainframe Software Engineer to lead and modernize high-volume, business-critical mainframe systems. This senior technical role requires a deep expertise in mainframe technologies and the ability to deliver comprehensive technical solutions while mentoring teams. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience, strong skills in COBOL, JCL, and system architecture, alongside a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. This position offers a chance to influence engineering practices and drive excellence in a fast-paced environment.