Mainframe Modernization Lead (AI-Driven) - AIRLKLHV

apartmentNavitasPartners placeLos Angeles calendar_month4/29/26

Mainframe Modernization Lead (AI-Driven)

Location: US / Canada (Remote / Hybrid)

Overview

We are seeking a Mainframe Modernization Lead (AI-Driven) to drive large-scale transformation initiatives focused on migrating legacy mainframe systems to modern, cloud-native, or distributed architectures.

This role leverages AI-driven tools and automation to accelerate code conversion, system replatforming, and business logic transformation. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in both legacy mainframe environments and modern development ecosystems, enabling the design and execution of migration strategies that minimize risk while maximizing scalability and performance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end mainframe modernization initiatives, including assessment, planning, execution, and post-migration optimization
Utilize AI-driven tools and automation frameworks to accelerate code conversion and reduce manual migration effort
Analyze legacy environments (e.g., COBOL-based systems) to identify dependencies, risks, and modernization opportunities
Define and execute migration strategies such as replatforming, refactoring, or full system replacement
Partner with business stakeholders to ensure critical functionality is preserved and enhanced during transformation
Oversee integration of modernized systems with enterprise applications and data platforms
Establish robust testing, validation, and quality assurance frameworks to ensure post-migration integrity
Provide leadership and direction to cross-functional teams, including developers, architects, and analysts

Ideal Background

Extensive experience with legacy mainframe technologies (e.g., COBOL, JCL, and related systems)
Proven success leading large-scale modernization or migration initiatives in enterprise environments
Experience leveraging AI or automation tools for code analysis, transformation, or optimization
Strong understanding of cloud platforms and modern application architectures
Experience in legacy-heavy industries such as finance, healthcare, or government
Ability to evaluate complex systems and design scalable, future-ready solutions
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Experience leading large, distributed, cross-functional teams

Must-Have Qualifications

Direct experience with AI-assisted mainframe migration tools or frameworks (beyond traditional lift-and-shift approaches)
Hands-on leadership of at least one full-scale mainframe modernization or exit program

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