Rocket Software
Overview
Join a team where innovation and passion drive our work!
Job Summary:
Our Enterprise Suite Professional Services Team is in search of an experienced Mainframe Modernization Consultant. You will play a pivotal role in delivering technology solutions that facilitate our clients' Digital Transformation journey.
At Rocket Software, we offer robust solutions for COBOL, mainframe application delivery, and host access, laying the groundwork for modernization across application, process, and infrastructure to enable enhanced market speed, competitive edge, and operational effectiveness.
The successful candidate will bring extensive technical expertise and hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas:
Infrastructure modernization projects
Application modernization projects
Process modernization projects
Additionally, you will demonstrate the ability to implement workload solutions in a Hybrid Cloud environment and transition traditional applications to Cloud-Native API Microservices while adopting an enterprise-wide DevOps approach for expedited application delivery. Main Responsibilities: Execute complex project tasks with minimal guidance from the technical lead in collaboration with Customer/SI representatives.
Contribute to the design of specific deliverables and aid in deploying Rocket Software products.
Assist in implementing new solutions under a Solutions Architect's supervision.
Engage in technical forums within the Rocket Software environment and local professional user communities.
Utilize your subject matter expertise to resolve a variety of technical challenges.
Make independent decisions within established practices and procedures to determine appropriate actions.
Collaborate with the team, fostering positive relationships with colleagues and customers.
Required Qualifications and Skills: 3-5 years of relevant technical experience
Exceptional communication and customer service skills with a confident demeanor over the phone.
Proactive approach and ability to perform under pressure.
Experience with complex IT project implementations, customizations, or maintenance.
Analytical mindset to interpret test results and facilitate issue resolution.
Highly organized, capable of managing multiple tasks concurrently.
Fluent in written and spoken English.
Technical Skills: Your technical capabilities should encompass at least two of the following: Experience with IBM Enterprise COBOL or PLI programming
System-level knowledge of IBM CICS, IMS, and JCL
Familiarity with relational databases like IBM DB2/UDB, Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL
Proficiency in Windows and/or Linux/UNIX operating systems
Understanding of major Cloud Provider infrastructure and technologies, including AWS, Azure, GCP, Cloud Foundry, Docker, or Kubernetes
Desirable Project Experience: Hands-on experience with mainframe application modernization projects is greatly valued. For example: Utilization of tools and methodologies for migrating mainframe workloads, including hardware/middleware emulation and automated code conversion.
Experience modernizing COBOL applications and migrating application code across various platforms.
Familiarity with agile methodologies such as Test Automation, TDD, CI/CD, DevOps, and Test Data Management.
Experience in developing, deploying, and optimizing data modernization solutions for mainframe systems, such as IMS/DB, IDMS, ADABAS, and VSAM data migration.
Experience with implementing DevOps and Agile tools across development processes.
Experience configuring automation pipelines in platforms like GitHub, Azure DevOps, AWS CodePipeline, Jenkins, or similar tools.
Additional Preferred Skills: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
Familiarity with Rocket Software COBOL products such as Enterprise Developer, Visual COBOL, Enterprise Server, Server Express, Net Express
Experience in other mainframe languages or environments like REXX, Assembler, or Natural
Relevant IT architecture certifications, such as AWS Solution Architect, Microsoft AZURE, Google Cloud Certification, or SAFe
Proficiency in an additional EU language is a plus.
The salary for this role is projected to be between $85,820.00 and $107,275.00 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. What We Offer: Rocket Software provides an exceptional benefits package that includes unlimited vacation time, health and wellness coverage, life and disability insurance, a Fidelity 401(k) with matching contributions, and opportunities for tuition reimbursement and professional development. We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity within our workplace. Every qualified candidate will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you require reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please contact us, and we will evaluate your request on an individual basis. Founded in 1990, Rocket Software is committed to innovation with empathy, integrity, and respect at our core. Join us in making a difference!
Application modernization projects
Process modernization projects
Additionally, you will demonstrate the ability to implement workload solutions in a Hybrid Cloud environment and transition traditional applications to Cloud-Native API Microservices while adopting an enterprise-wide DevOps approach for expedited application delivery. Main Responsibilities: Execute complex project tasks with minimal guidance from the technical lead in collaboration with Customer/SI representatives.
Contribute to the design of specific deliverables and aid in deploying Rocket Software products.
Assist in implementing new solutions under a Solutions Architect's supervision.
Engage in technical forums within the Rocket Software environment and local professional user communities.
Utilize your subject matter expertise to resolve a variety of technical challenges.
Make independent decisions within established practices and procedures to determine appropriate actions.
Collaborate with the team, fostering positive relationships with colleagues and customers.
Required Qualifications and Skills: 3-5 years of relevant technical experience
Exceptional communication and customer service skills with a confident demeanor over the phone.
Proactive approach and ability to perform under pressure.
Experience with complex IT project implementations, customizations, or maintenance.
Analytical mindset to interpret test results and facilitate issue resolution.
Highly organized, capable of managing multiple tasks concurrently.
Fluent in written and spoken English.
Technical Skills: Your technical capabilities should encompass at least two of the following: Experience with IBM Enterprise COBOL or PLI programming
System-level knowledge of IBM CICS, IMS, and JCL
Familiarity with relational databases like IBM DB2/UDB, Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL
Proficiency in Windows and/or Linux/UNIX operating systems
Understanding of major Cloud Provider infrastructure and technologies, including AWS, Azure, GCP, Cloud Foundry, Docker, or Kubernetes
Desirable Project Experience: Hands-on experience with mainframe application modernization projects is greatly valued. For example: Utilization of tools and methodologies for migrating mainframe workloads, including hardware/middleware emulation and automated code conversion.
Experience modernizing COBOL applications and migrating application code across various platforms.
Familiarity with agile methodologies such as Test Automation, TDD, CI/CD, DevOps, and Test Data Management.
Experience in developing, deploying, and optimizing data modernization solutions for mainframe systems, such as IMS/DB, IDMS, ADABAS, and VSAM data migration.
Experience with implementing DevOps and Agile tools across development processes.
Experience configuring automation pipelines in platforms like GitHub, Azure DevOps, AWS CodePipeline, Jenkins, or similar tools.
Additional Preferred Skills: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
Familiarity with Rocket Software COBOL products such as Enterprise Developer, Visual COBOL, Enterprise Server, Server Express, Net Express
Experience in other mainframe languages or environments like REXX, Assembler, or Natural
Relevant IT architecture certifications, such as AWS Solution Architect, Microsoft AZURE, Google Cloud Certification, or SAFe
Proficiency in an additional EU language is a plus.
The salary for this role is projected to be between $85,820.00 and $107,275.00 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. What We Offer: Rocket Software provides an exceptional benefits package that includes unlimited vacation time, health and wellness coverage, life and disability insurance, a Fidelity 401(k) with matching contributions, and opportunities for tuition reimbursement and professional development. We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity within our workplace. Every qualified candidate will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you require reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please contact us, and we will evaluate your request on an individual basis. Founded in 1990, Rocket Software is committed to innovation with empathy, integrity, and respect at our core. Join us in making a difference!