Mainframe Solutions Architect and Delivery Lead - Artmac Soft LLC

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Artmac Soft is a technology consulting and service-oriented IT company dedicated to providing innovative technology solutions and services to Customers.

Job Description:

Job Title : Mainframe Solutions Architect and Delivery Lead

Job Type : W2

Experience : 8 to 23 years

Location : Lansing, Michigan

Key Responsibilities:

• 8+ years of experience in mainframe systems, including architecture and DB2 database management.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end delivery of large-scale mainframe projects.
• In-depth knowledge of DB2 on mainframes, including experience in database tuning, performance optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Strong expertise in mainframe architecture, including experience with IBM zSeries, COBOL, JCL, and CICS.
• Familiarity with mainframe modernization approaches, such as API integration, cloud compatibility, or hybrid solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to manage complex technical challenges.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• IBM Certified Database Administrator - DB2
• ITIL Foundation Certification
• PMP or other Project Management certification
• Leadership and Delivery:
  • Lead the delivery of mainframe projects from inception to deployment, ensuring timely completion within budget and high quality.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams, setting priorities, and managing resources effectively to support ongoing mainframe operations and projects.
  • Manage stakeholder relationships, ensuring clear communication and setting realistic expectations.
• Mainframe Architecture:
  • Develop, design, and implement mainframe architecture solutions that are scalable, reliable, and optimized for performance.
  • Establish architectural standards and ensure adherence to best practices in mainframe design and development.
  • Participate in strategic planning for mainframe systems and provide recommendations for system improvements and modernization.
• DB2 Database Management:
  • Oversee DB2 database administration, optimization, and performance tuning for mainframe applications.
  • Ensure data security, integrity, and reliability, implementing appropriate backup, recovery, and archiving strategies.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex DB2-related issues, collaborating with technical teams to ensure database health and availability.
• Solution Design and Optimization:
  • Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to design, implement, and optimize mainframe applications and data processes.
  • Identify and resolve bottlenecks in application performance, database queries, and overall mainframe operations.
  • Work closely with application teams to understand data requirements and optimize data structures in DB2.
• Mainframe Modernization and Transformation:
  • Lead initiatives related to mainframe modernization, including integrating legacy systems with cloud or hybrid environments.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption strategies to enhance mainframe operations.
  • Develop roadmaps for transforming mainframe architecture and databases to meet current and future business needs.
• Documentation and Compliance:
  • Create and maintain documentation on architecture, DB2 databases, system configurations, and operational procedures.
  • Ensure all mainframe systems and databases comply with regulatory, security, and data governance standards.

Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.