Mainframe Modernization Program Lead

Infosys•Chicago, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

In the assigned Job Role of Technology Project Lead 2, your Area Of Responsibility will be as below: ⦁ Define project objectives and scope in alignment with business goals, ensuring efficient delivery in collaboration with stakeholders ⦁ Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing regular updates to ensure alignment and transparency ⦁ Drive process improvement by reviewing project deliverables and incorporating innovative methodologies and tools ⦁ Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes ⦁ Develop and run project estimates, monitor budget performance, and optimize resource allocation for efficiency ⦁ Support the preparation of technical and commercial proposals, aligning them with client needs and organizational capabilities ⦁ Engage in planning resource allocation, conduct performance appraisals, and facilitate professional development to enhance team effective ⦁ Scope changes and develop client requirements, ensuring proper estimation, approval, and contractual updates Your contribution to the team: ⦁ Demonstration of strategic mindset for delivering impactful, client-aligned projects. ⦁ Problem-solving expertise and ability to run project economics and delivery ⦁ Strong relationship with mid and senior level client stakeholders ⦁ Strong leadership abilities to foster team performance and growth ⦁ Commitment to cultivating a culture of learning and innovation Overview The Infosys Financial Services unit is a global leader in driving digital transformation for financial institutions. We specialize in leveraging advanced technologies such as AI, cloud, and data-led innovation to help our clients accelerate growth and unlock business value. Our AI-driven solutions empower financial institutions to make smarter decisions, enhance customer experiences, and achieve operational excellence. Join us to be part of a pioneering team that is at the forefront of financial services transformation. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technologies, collaborate with industry experts, and contribute to transformative projects across banking, wealth management, and insurance sectors. If you're passionate about AI and eager to make a significant impact, the Infosys Financial Services unit is the perfect place for you to grow and excel.

Requirements

Experience in Program/Project Management for large-scale technology transformation initiatives.
Expertise in SDLC, agile program management, DevOps practices
Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education.
Candidates authorized to work for any employer in the United States without employer-based visa sponsorship are welcome to apply.

Nice To Haves

Proven experience delivering cloud migration or modernization programs on Azure.
Good understanding of cloud framework (Azure).

Responsibilities

Define project objectives and scope in alignment with business goals, ensuring efficient delivery in collaboration with stakeholders
Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing regular updates to ensure alignment and transparency
Drive process improvement by reviewing project deliverables and incorporating innovative methodologies and tools
Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes
Develop and run project estimates, monitor budget performance, and optimize resource allocation for efficiency
Support the preparation of technical and commercial proposals, aligning them with client needs and organizational capabilities
Engage in planning resource allocation, conduct performance appraisals, and facilitate professional development to enhance team effective
Scope changes and develop client requirements, ensuring proper estimation, approval, and contractual updates
Drive end‑to‑end transformation of legacy mainframe applications and data to cloud platforms
Align modernization initiatives with enterprise architecture, cloud adoption frameworks, and business outcomes
Manage vendor partners, system integrators, tool providers, and cloud platform teams
Establish program governance structure, KPIs, tracking dashboards, and communication plans