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.
