Senior Technical Mainframe Technology Lead

Cloud and Things; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 96,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Cloud and Things in Albany, NY is seeking a Senior Technical Mainframe Technology Lead to provide technical leadership across multiple mainframe teams in an onsite environment.

You will coordinate infrastructure, application and operations efforts, drive modernization initiatives, and oversee cross‑functional activities among Data Warehouse, DB2, workload scheduling, server administration and data center operations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant mainframe technology experience.
• Experience providing technical leadership across mainframe technology teams.
• Knowledge of Data Warehouse, DB2, workload scheduling, server administration, mainframe infrastructure, and data center operations.
• Ability to work onsite in Albany, NY.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across multiple mainframe technology teams.
• Coordinate teams supporting Data Warehouse, DB2, workload scheduling, server administration, application support, mainframe infrastructure, and data center operations.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across technical teams and operational stakeholders.
• Lead and coordinate mainframe technology modernization efforts.
• Oversee coordination of technical activities and dependencies across the supported teams.

Skills

Technical leadership

Mainframe

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership coordination

Tools

DB2

Data Warehouse

Workload Scheduling

Server Administration

Data Center Operations

Job description

Our goal is to solve problems and deliver results for our clients. At Cloud and Things, you can be a part of transforming the public sector’s IT environment. Our team is on the forefront of helping to solve the government's most complex IT challenges. If you are seeking a role that offers the opportunity to work on rewarding projects, consider a career with Cloud and Things.

*This is an exempt position. Salary commensurate with experience*

Job Title: Senior Technical Mainframe Technology Lead

Location: Albany, NY (Onsite)

Duration: 1 year (with potential for extension)

W2 Hourly Rate: $70–$86/hour

Application Deadline: 10/14/2026

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Technical Mainframe Technology Lead to provide technical leadership across multiple mainframe technology teams. The role coordinates infrastructure, application, and operations teams and drives cross-functional collaboration and modernization efforts in an onsite Albany, NY environment.

Duties

• Provide technical leadership and direction across multiple mainframe technology teams.
• Coordinate teams supporting Data Warehouse, DB2, workload scheduling, server administration, application support, mainframe infrastructure, and data center operations.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across technical teams and operational stakeholders.
• Lead and coordinate mainframe technology modernization efforts.
• Oversee coordination of technical activities and dependencies across the supported teams.

Mandatory Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant mainframe technology experience.
• Experience providing technical leadership across mainframe technology teams.
• Knowledge of Data Warehouse, DB2, workload scheduling, server administration, application support, mainframe infrastructure, and data center operations.
• Ability to work onsite in Albany, NY.

What We Offer

• Opportunities to lead impactful transformations in the public sector infrastructure.
• Engagement with high-profile government initiatives, supporting meaningful change.
• Professional development through exposure to innovative Agile practices and leadership collaboration.
• A collaborative environment that values ownership, initiative, and continuous learning.

Cloud and Things complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.