Mindlance · 1 month ago
Mainframe Engineer
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$53/hr - $58/hr
5+ years expMindlance is seeking a Lead Software Engineer – Mainframe to support, enhance, and modernize the TMS real-time transaction processing platform. The ideal candidate will combine strong mainframe engineering skills with exposure to distributed/cloud technologies and a forward-looking mindset.
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Responsibilities
Support and enhance a real-time, high-availability transaction processing application
Lead engineering efforts across mainframe, zLinux, and Linux environments
Troubleshoot complex system and application issues, ensuring minimal downtime
Work with Java applications deployed on WebSphere and Tomcat in hybrid mainframe environments
Support and optimize messaging integrations using IBM MQ and Kafka
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on modernization initiatives, including:
Automation of manual processes
Implementation of CI/CD improvements
Future cloud migration planning
Ensure compliance, stability, reliability, and security of core banking systems
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering best practices
Qualification
Required
5–10+ years of experience as a Mainframe Engineer, Software Engineer, or Systems Engineer supporting critical applications
Strong hands-on experience with Mainframe (z/OS) environments
Strong hands-on experience with Java applications on WebSphere or Tomcat
Strong hands-on experience with IBM MQ Series
Excellent troubleshooting and performance analysis skills for real-time systems
Experience supporting production, mission-critical applications
Ability to work onsite Tuesday–Thursday, 8 hours per day
Preferred
Experience with Kafka, Kubernetes, and Linux/zLinux environments
Exposure to cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Understanding of CI/CD tools, automation, and DevOps practices
Familiarity with GitHub workflows, branching, and version control
Interest in AI-driven tools, automation, and process optimization
Background in financial services or other high-availability, high-volume systems
Company
Mindlance
Mindlance is a Staffing and Recruiting company which provides multi-vertical staffing services
1001-5000 employees
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