Diverse Lynx
Sr. Application Manager - Mainframe Implementation
Diverse Lynx, Jersey City, New Jersey, United States, 07390
Job Title:
Sr. Application Manager - Mainframe Implementation
Location:
Jersey City, NJ - 5 days Onsite Role, no hybrid
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Application Manager to oversee the implementation and management of large-scale mainframe systems within the financial services industry. This role is pivotal in ensuring the efficient operation and management of systems housing millions of Prime Brokerage and Wealth Management client account reference data. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mainframe technologies and tools, along with experience in distributed technologies and AI tools.
Key Responsibilities: • Lead the implementation and management of mainframe systems, ensuring high performance, reliability, and scalability. • Utilize expertise in mainframe technologies such as Cobol, CICS, DB2, VSAM, MQ messaging, Stored procedures, DB2 Utilities, JCL, ChangeMan, NDM, and other file transfer mechanisms to maintain and enhance applications. • Manage a global team of 12-14 professionals, providing leadership, guidance, and support to ensure team success and development. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate distributed technologies and AI tools into mainframe systems, enhancing functionality and efficiency. • Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in mainframe technology and data management. • Develop and implement strategies for system optimization, data integrity, and security. • Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure uninterrupted service. • Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing updates on project progress, challenges, and solutions.
Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred. • Minimum of 10 years of experience in the financial services industry, managing large-scale mainframe applications. • Extensive hands-on experience in mainframe technologies and tools, including Cobol, CICS, DB2, VSAM, MQ messaging, Stored procedures, DB2 Utilities, JCL, ChangeMan, NDM, and file transfer mechanisms. • Proven experience in managing large-scale mainframe implementations and systems. • Strong leadership skills with experience managing global teams. • Experience with distributed technologies and AI tools is highly desirable. • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.
Sr. Application Manager - Mainframe Implementation
Location:
Jersey City, NJ - 5 days Onsite Role, no hybrid
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Application Manager to oversee the implementation and management of large-scale mainframe systems within the financial services industry. This role is pivotal in ensuring the efficient operation and management of systems housing millions of Prime Brokerage and Wealth Management client account reference data. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mainframe technologies and tools, along with experience in distributed technologies and AI tools.
Key Responsibilities: • Lead the implementation and management of mainframe systems, ensuring high performance, reliability, and scalability. • Utilize expertise in mainframe technologies such as Cobol, CICS, DB2, VSAM, MQ messaging, Stored procedures, DB2 Utilities, JCL, ChangeMan, NDM, and other file transfer mechanisms to maintain and enhance applications. • Manage a global team of 12-14 professionals, providing leadership, guidance, and support to ensure team success and development. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate distributed technologies and AI tools into mainframe systems, enhancing functionality and efficiency. • Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in mainframe technology and data management. • Develop and implement strategies for system optimization, data integrity, and security. • Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure uninterrupted service. • Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing updates on project progress, challenges, and solutions.
Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred. • Minimum of 10 years of experience in the financial services industry, managing large-scale mainframe applications. • Extensive hands-on experience in mainframe technologies and tools, including Cobol, CICS, DB2, VSAM, MQ messaging, Stored procedures, DB2 Utilities, JCL, ChangeMan, NDM, and file transfer mechanisms. • Proven experience in managing large-scale mainframe implementations and systems. • Strong leadership skills with experience managing global teams. • Experience with distributed technologies and AI tools is highly desirable. • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.