Mainframe Modernization & CI/CD Transformation Lead-Hybrid

NTT DATA Services•McKinney, TX

12d•$136,275 - $227,125•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a seasoned Mainframe Transformation leader to drive the standardization and modernization of developer tooling, CI/CD pipelines, and engineering practices as part of the transition from z/VSE to z/OS. This role will define and implement a target-state developer ecosystem, bringing consistency across disparate mainframe systems and enabling modern DevOps practices aligned with enterprise standards.

Requirements

Minimum 8 years Mainframe-IBM Mainframe-z/OS experience
12+ years experience in Mainframe (z/OS, z/VSE migration experience preferred)
Deep expertise in Mainframe development (COBOL, JCL, PL/I)
Deep expertise in Modern DevOps practices and CI/CD implementation
Deep expertise in Tools such as GitHub, Jenkins/CI tools, IBM DBB, Zowe, VS Code / Z Open Editor
Experience driving large-scale toolchain transformation and standardization
Strong understanding of mainframe testing, debugging, and performance analysis tools
Proven ability to lead change management and adoption across distributed teams

Nice To Haves

Experience with IBM Application Delivery Foundation (ADFz) or similar toolsets
Exposure to AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, IBM Bob)
Experience in regulated industries (insurance, financial services)

Responsibilities

Define and establish a future-state mainframe development ecosystem aligned to GitHub, VS Code, and modern CI/CD practices
Standardize tools, platforms, and processes across multiple mainframe environments
Design and implement end-to-end CI/CD pipelines for z/OS applications leveraging tools such as GitHub, IBM DBB, and Wazi Deploy
Enable integration with modern developer tools (VS Code, Z Open Editor, Zowe)
Evaluate and rationalize existing mainframe tools
Drive adoption of standardized tooling stack (e.g., GitHub, Z Open Editor, debugging, testing, and analysis tools)
Establish best practices for code management, scanning, testing, and deployment
Improve developer productivity and experience through modern IDEs, automation, and AI-assisted development tools
Enable shift from legacy (Eclipse/Endevor-based) environments to modern toolchains
Drive organizational change management across mainframe teams
Lead training, communication, and onboarding for new tools and processes
Ensure adoption of standardized development practices
Work closely with mainframe SMEs, application teams, infrastructure, and transformation leadership
Establish governance, standards, and guardrails for consistent execution