Sr. Mainframe Architect

Experience / Education12–15 years in mainframe infrastructure/architecture roles, including decommissioning and dismantling projects.Proven record of leading IT service transitions across geographies.Bachelor’s/master’s in computer science, Engineering, or related field.Certifications: ITIL Expert, IBM z/OS, or cloud/hybrid architecture certifications highly desirable.Skills & CompetenciesDeep expertise in mainframe optimization (MSU, LPAR), datacenter operations, and middleware integration.Hands-on experience in mainframe decommissioning, dismantling, and license termination.Strong understanding of housekeeping routines and lifecycle management in mainframe environments.Proven ability to lead cross-country transitions (Other locations to India) and multi-vendor ecosystems.Strong vendor and partner collaboration skills.Strategic mindset to balance stability, compliance, cost optimization, and modernization.Excellent communication, documentation, and executive reporting capabilities.Leadership in building, mentoring, and scaling technical teams in a managed services model.