About this role
Job Description Role Overview
? Lead and execute large-scale mainframe modernization and rehosting initiatives.
? Drive end-to-end transformation activities from assessment through migration and post-migration optimization.
? Provide hands-on technical expertise across mainframe technologies, rehosting platforms, and Azure cloud modernization.
Key Responsibilities
Mainframe Rehosting & Modernization
? Lead mainframe rehosting initiatives using:
? Raincode
? Micro Focus
? Define and execute:
? Rehosting (Lift & Shift) strategies
? Replatforming approaches
? Selective refactoring strategies
? Drive mainframe transformation programs.
? Develop modernization roadmaps, timelines, and execution plans.
Hands-On Application Transformation
? Perform technical transformation activities on legacy systems built with:
? COBOL
? PL/I
? Assembler
? CICS
? Analyze and modernize applications based on:
? JCL
? IMS
? DB2
? VSAM
? Execute:
? Code remediation
? Conversion validation
? Runtime behavior fixes
? Support Eztrieve-based applications as needed.
Database Migration & Data Transformation
? Lead DB2 to SQL Server migration activities.
? Define:
? Data mapping strategies
? Data transformation approaches
? Reconciliation processes
? Validation processes
? Ensure:
? Data integrity
? Performance optimization
? Minimal downtime during cutover
Azure Cloud Enablement
? Design and implement Azure-based solutions including:
? Compute (VMs and rehosted workloads)
? Networking (VNETs and hybrid connectivity)
? Storage
? Security controls (RBAC, Key Vault)
? Enable integration between:
? Rehosted applications
? Modern cloud services
? APIs
Performance Optimization
? Ensure post-migration:
? Performance parity or improvement compared to mainframe systems
? High availability
? Disaster recovery readiness
? Optimize:
? Batch processing
? Scheduling
? Online transaction processing systems
Migration Delivery & Execution
? Collaborate with:
? Application teams
? Cloud engineers
? DevOps teams
? QA teams
? Business stakeholders
? Lead:
? Migration planning
? Execution activities
? Testing and validation
? Cutover and go-live activities
Governance, Risk & Best Practices
? Define and enforce:
? Migration standards
? Migration frameworks
? Architecture best practices
? Identify:
? Risks
? Dependencies
? Implement mitigation strategies throughout the migration lifecycle.
Testing & Post-Migration Support
? Drive