Mainframe DevOps Architect

Role: Mainframe DevOps Architect

Location: Remote (USA preferred; open to Canada & India – must work CST hours)

Client: IBM

Role Summary:

•         Looking for a highly experienced Mainframe DevOps Architect to lead DevOps transformation initiatives in z/OS environments

•         Strong expertise in CI/CD, automation, and integration of mainframe systems with modern DevOps toolchains is required

DevOps Strategy & Architecture:

•         Define and implement enterprise DevOps strategy for mainframe applications

•         Design end-to-end DevOps architecture integrating legacy systems with modern platforms

•         Establish best practices for version control, release management, and governance

•         Drive DevOps culture adoption across development, QA, and operations teams

CI/CD & Automation:

•         Design and build CI/CD pipelines for COBOL, PL/I, JCL, and DB2 applications

•         Automate build, test, and deployment processes using modern DevOps tools

•         Implement shift-left practices, automated testing, and continuous integration

•         Monitor and optimize pipeline performance, reliability, and scalability

Mainframe Development & Tooling:

•         Work with IBM toolsets including DBB (Dependency Based Build), IDz, and IDD

•         Integrate mainframe development workflows with enterprise DevOps ecosystems

•         Enable seamless collaboration between distributed and mainframe teams

Version Control & Integration:

•         Implement Git-based version control using platforms like GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket

•         Define branching strategies and release workflows

•         Integrate mainframe tools with modern CI/CD and DevOps pipelines

Testing, Quality & Governance:

•         Implement automated testing frameworks for mainframe applications

•         Integrate code quality and static analysis tools

•         Ensure compliance with security, governance, and enterprise standards

Cloud & Modernization (Preferred):

•         Exposure to hybrid cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform

•         Experience with mainframe modernization and API enablement

•         Familiarity with containerization and Kubernetes is a plus

Collaboration & Leadership:

•         Work closely with development, QA, infrastructure, and operations teams

•         Lead DevOps transformation initiatives and mentor engineering teams

•         Communicate effectively with stakeholders and client leadership

Required Qualifications:

•         10+ years of experience in mainframe development and architecture (z/OS)

•         Strong expertise in COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS, and VSAM

•         Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins

•         Experience with IBM tools: DBB, IDz, IDD

•         Strong scripting skills in Groovy, Shell, or Python

•         Experience with Git-based repositories and branching strategies

•         Proven experience designing and implementing mainframe DevOps pipelines

Good to Have:

•         Experience with legacy SCM tools such as Endevor, Changeman, or ISPW

•         Knowledge of z/OS Connect and API integration

•         Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or SAFe methodologies