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Mainframe DevOps Engineer / SCM Migration SME

We are looking for an experienced Mainframe DevOps Engineer / SCM (DBB/Git/IDD) Subject Matter Expert to support large-scale application migration and modernization initiatives on IBM Z. This role focuses on converting legacy SCMs (Endevor and others) to DBB/Git/IDD, building mainframe CI/CD pipelines, and enabling clients through training and hands-on guidance.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and execute SCM migration projects from CA Endevor/others to DBB/Git/IDD.

  • Install, configure, troubleshoot, and optimize DBB/Git/IDD environments on z/OS.

  • Analyze, convert, and validate Endevor-managed applications.

  • Build and debug mainframe CI/CD pipelines using Groovy, YAML, Git, DBB.

  • Work hands-on with z/OS, JCL, COBOL, PL/I, VSAM/QSAM as needed during migrations.

  • Deliver training sessions and create technical documentation for clients.

  • Collaborate with IBM and client teams to ensure successful transformation outcomes.

Required Skills

  • Strong z/OS, mainframe development or systems programming background.

  • Proven installation, migration, and troubleshooting experience on IBM Z.

  • Hands-on scripting with Groovy and YAML.

  • Strong Git expertise (repos, branching, merges) and pipeline debugging skills.

  • Excellent communication skills and customer-facing experience.

  • Ability to diagnose and resolve DBB/Git/IDD conversion issues.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

  • 8+ years mainframe systems programming or development experience.

  • 4+ years in customer-facing consulting roles.

  • Experience with SCM modernization, mainframe DevOps, or lifecycle management.

  • Strong analytical ability and the ability to work independently or globally distributed."


Key Responsibilities:

  • Strong z/OS, mainframe development or systems programming background.

  • Proven installation, migration, and troubleshooting experience on IBM Z.

  • Hands-on scripting with Groovy and YAML.

  • Strong Git expertise (repos, branching, merges) and pipeline debugging skills.

  • Excellent communication skills and customer-facing experience.

  • Ability to diagnose and resolve DBB/Git/IDD conversion issues.


What are the Optional skills and skill proficiencies for this position?

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

  • 8+ years mainframe systems programming or development experience.

  • 4+ years in customer-facing consulting roles.

  • Experience with SCM modernization, mainframe DevOps, or lifecycle management.

  • Strong analytical ability and the ability to work independently or globally distributed

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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