Mainframe and Unikix Lead Consultant

Job Description

Job Description

Hello There,

Wish you a Happy Tuesday,

My name is Yashmita, and I am a Technical Recruiter at Kanak IT Services LLC. I am reaching out to you regarding the following job opportunity. If you are interested, kindly reply to this email yashmita@kanakits.com with your updated resume.

JOB TITLE: MAINFRAME AND UNIKIX LEAD CONSULTANT

LOCATION: DALLAS, TX (HYBRID ROLE) LOCAL CANDIDATES PREFERRED.

DURATION: 12 MONTHS

Description:

Role Overview:

• Solutions and executes migration of Mainframe applications into software equivalent systems (rehosting).
• 6 Years to 10 Years’ Relevant Experience mentioned below is Mandatory
• Uses knowledge of Mainframe technologies like COBOL, JCL, CICS, VSAM, Assembler, DB2, IMS, files, etc to find the right solution to migrate off the Mainframe.
• Uses knowledge of Unikix or Microfocus software to implement the solution.
• Uses knowledge of Cloud technologies to rehost Mainframe systems to the Cloud.
• Uses knowledge of CLIST, REXX, PL/1, Easytrieve and Assembler to find right migration solution.
• Uses Linux scripting to implement migration glues.
• Implements DevOps solutions on the rehosted system.

Role Responsibilities:

• Good understanding of legacy and current technologies; ability to identify code patterns and understand coding strategies; ability to propose, design and implement technical solutions, leveraging
• Applied in-depth knowledge of one or more programming languages.
• Proven ability to apply programming languages to develop solutions to business needs.

Requirements

• Proven experience with the following practices:
• Works well with clients, their stakeholders and end users
• Experience in requirements solicitation
• Able to differentiate between needs & wants
• Experience in translating business requirements into technical requirements
• Ability to work well within the team
• Familiarity with the following experience in large software projects
• Experience modernizing applications
• Linux Hands on Experience; Experience on Microfocus / Clerity (Unikix)
• Familiar with programming languages, and able to read some legacy code at a high-level to understand code rules
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or equivalent