Mainframe and Cloud Architect

Come join us! To learn and grow each day and unleash your potential while delivering solutions for the Worlds Leading Brands. As our team builds and supports new applications at a rapid pace, we are looking for exceptional Mainframe and cloud architect. The Core Receivables Program is a IT Strategic initiative to replace a set of legacy mainframe auto loan servicing applications, Shaw (Retail) and LeMans (Lease), with a COTS product. In order to successfully convert the mainframe legacy system to the new platform, we need to have an accurate understanding of the AS-IS legacy system. We are looking for a Mainframe and cloud architect to analyze the existing mainframe system source code, document the data logic and usage, and provide data conversion recommendation for the program.

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Expertise in Mainframe modernization cloud analyzer tool (specialized in Microfocus Analyzer) and discovery assessments.
• Expertise in Modernization target state architecture SAD.
• Expertise in Mainframe to Cloud Data replication tools, Qlik, Informatica Power Exchange V10.5 and R4Z
• Integrate mainframe applications with the Microfocus Analyzer tool for better management and visibility.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of mainframe application components using the Microfocus Analyzer tool.
• Collaborate with development teams to understand application design and dependencies.
• Utilize Microfocus Analyzer to understand existing codebase(Cobol, Pl1, ASM), integration(FTP, Network, Application) and dependencies within mainframe applications.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of all mainframe application components identified by the Microfocus Analyzer.
• Document and provide assessment findings on existing Mainframe footprints, risks, and gaps in current Mainframe Application footprints.
• Develop a comprehensive strategy for migrating and modernizing mainframe applications to the cloud.
• Collaborate with apps teams to review existing modernization approaches and streamline workflows for all dependencies.
• Address challenges related to data migration, interoperability, and communication between Mainframe and modernization target state.
• Assess the feasibility, risks, and benefits of cloud adoption for specific mainframe workloads.
• Design scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures that integrate with existing mainframe systems.
• Implement modernization strategies by developing new cloud-native applications or adapting existing mainframe applications for the cloud.
• Expertise in Mainframe Application Batch, database components, and scheduling tool knowledge.
• Collaborate with the Applications, Infrastructure teams, and Cloud strategy architect to decommission the Application component for Mainframe Sunset.
• Develop and execute a detailed plan for decommissioning the mainframe application footprint with the Infrastructure team.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to identify all dependencies and ensure that no critical processes are disrupted.
• Assess and mitigate risks associated with the decommissioning process.
• Validate the completeness and accuracy of the migrated data.
• Develop backup and recovery strategies for the mainframe environment to ensure all components are accounted for before decommissioning.

Benefits:

• 401(k).
• Dental Insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equality, inclusion, and respect for people.
• The salary will be determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, relevant education, qualifications, experience, technical skills, and business needs.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Participate in OrangePeople monthly team meetings, and participate in team-building efforts.
• Contribute to OrangePeople technical discussions, peer reviews, etc.
• Contribute content and collaborate via the OP-Wiki/Knowledge Base.
• Provide status reports to OP Account Management as requested.

About us:

OrangePeople is an Enterprise Architecture and Project Management solutions company. Our most valuable asset is our people: dynamic, creative thinkers, who are passionate about doing quality work. As a member of the OrangePeople team, you will have access to industry-leading consulting practices, strategies & and technologies, innovative training & and education. An ideal Orange Person is a technology leader with a proven track record of technical achievements and a strong process/methodology orientation.