Mainframe Modernization Solutions Architect
- Pay
- $154,575 – $194,650 per year
- Location
- Remote (US)
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Senior
- Experience
- 4+ years
- Listed
- 22 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- mainframe modernization
- COBOL
- CICS
- cloud migration
- Kubernetes
Also useful
- AWS
- Azure
- Docker
About the role
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
Summary
We are looking for a highly skilled Mainframe Modernization Solutions Architect to analyze, design, architect, and implement solutions that support our Customers' Digital Transformation journeys. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for solving complex technical issues, establishing patterns and practices, and setting standards for the modernization of mainframe legacy environments.
The ideal candidate will possess deep technical skill in at least one of the following focus areas: * Infrastructure modernization: Deploy fit for purpose workload in a Hybrid Cloud infrastructure * Application modernization: Evolve from monolithic application to Cloud-Native API * Microservices Process modernization: Embrace an enterprise-wide DevOps discipline to deliver application faster
Key Responsibilities
- Helping Customers and Systems Integrators to design scalable, high availability application solutions built on the Rocket Enterprise Portfolio/Enterprise Server solution.
- Working as a technical leader alongside customer business, development and infrastructure teams.
- Create Conduct proof of concept technology analysis and pilots.
- Conduct customer presentations and internal presentations/trainings to peer groups.
Enable and align consulting partners with Rocket Enterprise Portfolio (Enterprise Server/Enterprise Developer/Enterprise Analyzer) mainframe modernization approach and methodology. Provide the architectural guidance and recommendations necessary to promote successful Customer engagements worldwide. Technical content composition and delivery: blogs, whitepapers, technical presentations at major conferences.
Pay and benefits
Advanced Technical Degree in Computer Science or related field At least 4 to 10 years of experience leading customers with mainframe and legacy modernization initiatives. Experience leading customers with mainframe and legacy modernization initiatives. Knowledge of major Cloud Provider infrastructure and technologies, such as AWS, Azure, GCP, Cloud Foundry, Docker / Kubernetes.
Experience with analyzing on-premises mainframe environment applications and process to formulate plans for modernizing workloads that achieve Customer's desired business outcomes. Relevant Business and IT Architecture Certifications such as, AWS Solution Architect Professional, Microsoft AZURE Solution Architect, Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), etc. Fluent in written and verbal English.
Prior Experience in leading Customer migrations from Mainframe to Rocket Enterprise Server platform Technical Experience in at least one of these areas: Infrastructure Modernization Experience with tools and methodologies used to migrate mainframe workloads via hardware/middleware emulation, automated code conversion, and re-platforming. Experience with COBOL modernization and porting application code across platforms.
Hands-on technical experience with mainframe, non-x86 legacy systems and with technologies such as COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2 for z/OS, IMS DB/DC, Assembler, PL/I, REXX, flat/sequential files, GDGs, and VSAM. Must have an analytical mind set to analyze test result and facilitate defect resolution. Experience design/architecting distributed and Cloud environments (target environments) - including OpenShift, Kubernetes, and Containers.
Application Modernization Strong analysis skills with solid concepts in Architecture and Design. Should have joined projects to refactor complex business applications. Knowledge of Cloud Computing, Containers, Microservices, and Serverless technology. Experience with Business Rules-extraction from COBOL/PL1.
Experience architecting high availability, resilient, fault tolerant systems that utilize load balancing, horizontal/vertical scaling. Knowledge of Webservices, Microservices, APIs and exposing Application components to alternate platforms. Process Modernization Complete understanding of software development lifecycle including DevOps toolchains.
Experience configuring automation pipelines in GitHub, Azure DevOps, AWS CodePipeline, Jenkins or similar tools. Familiarity with agile engineering practices like Test Automation, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Continuous Integration (CI), Continuous Delivery (CD), DevOps, and Test Data Management, etc. Experience with implementing and operating DevOps and Agile tools/platforms across some part of the development lifecycle.
Ability and interest in travel to our customers around the world, as needed. Commitment to Rocket Core values of empathy, humanity, trust and love. #LI-Remote The base salary range for this role is $154,575.00 - $194,650.00 /year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location..
What Rocket Software can offer you in USA: Unlimited Vacation Time as well as paid holidays and sick time Health and Wellness coverage options for Rocketeers and dependents Life and disability coverage Fidelity 401(k) and Roth Retirement Savings with matching contributions Monthly student debt benefit program Tuition Reimbursement and Certificate Reimbursement Program opportunities Leadership and skills training opportunities EOE M/F/Vet/Disability.
Rocket Software Inc. is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. At Rocket Software, we believe AI is a critical enabler of innovation and productivity. All Rocketeers are expected to actively leverage AI-powered tools and technologies, where appropriate, to enhance efficiency, improve decision-making, and deliver greater impact in their roles.
Embracing continuous learning and the responsible use of AI is an essential part of how we work. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: or send an email to. As part of our commitment to a safe and trustworthy workplace, we include background and reference checks in our hiring process.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Rocket Software Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Rocket is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
From Rocket's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 18, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
How Rolev.ai helps with this application
Rolev.ai is a job search and application tool for US job seekers. For this Mainframe Modernization Solutions Architect role at Rocket, it shows how your resume fits, tailors your resume to the posting, and prepares the application for you to review.
See how you fit
Openings from employer career sites are ranked against your whole resume—and searchable inside Claude, ChatGPT, and Cursor via Rolev.ai MCP.
Tailor without inventing
Every change to your resume is checked against your original. New experience goes in only with your yes—zero fabricated claims.
Draft the full kit
Tailored and Full Match resumes, role-specific cover letters, and answers to employer screening questions are prepared in seconds.
1-Click Extension Autofill
The Chrome extension fills the employer's Greenhouse, Workday, Lever, or Ashby form in 1 click. You review it and press Submit.
Common questions
What is the salary for the Mainframe Modernization Solutions Architect role at Rocket?
The Mainframe Modernization Solutions Architect posting at Rocket states compensation of $154,575 – $194,650 per year. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Rocket's official career site.
Where is the Mainframe Modernization Solutions Architect job at Rocket located?
Yes, this Mainframe Modernization Solutions Architect opening at Rocket is listed as Remote (US). Always check Rocket's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.
What qualifications are required for Mainframe Modernization Solutions Architect at Rocket?
For the Mainframe Modernization Solutions Architect role, Rocket highlights 4+ years of relevant experience; experience with mainframe modernization, COBOL, CICS, cloud migration, Kubernetes. Rolev.ai can score your existing resume against these requirements and show any skill gaps before you apply.
How do I apply for the Mainframe Modernization Solutions Architect position at Rocket?
This listing links directly to Rocket's Workday application page. You can apply directly on Rocket's site, or use Rolev.ai to check your resume fit, generate a zero-hallucination tailored resume and cover letter for this posting, and autofill the Workday application form in 1 click with the Rolev.ai Chrome extension. You always review the form and press Submit yourself.