TPF Architect

About the Role

As a TPF Resource, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and supporting mission‑critical, high‑availability systems on IBM z/TPF platforms. You will be a valued member of a specialized engineering team and will work closely with architects, SMEs, and distributed teams to maintain and modernize legacy transaction‑processing environments.

• Design, develop, and debug applications using IBM z/TPF, Assembler (BAL), and z/TPFDF macros.
• Provide architectural and technical expertise for TPF communications and middleware integrations.
• Work with messaging and communication protocols including EDIFACT, TTY, XML, JSON, and TCP/IP‑based integrations.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues by recreating scenarios, performing root‑cause analysis, and delivering sustainable fixes.
• Collaborate closely with triage teams, onshore architects, and offshore engineers.
• Apply test‑driven development, execute unit test plans, and contribute across the SDLC.
• Prepare, analyze, and review system and technical documentation.
• Promote adherence to engineering standards and contribute to continuous process improvements.

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring a minimum of 2–3 days per week onsite at a Cognizant or client office in Colorado. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work‑life balance through our wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on project, business, or client needs. We will always be clear about role expectations.

Please note:

This role will require an in‑person meet and greet at our Cognizant offices or client location.

• 10+ years of strong hands‑on experience with IBM z/TPF / TPF (ALCS) environments.
• Proficiency with IBM BAL (Assembler), z/TPFDF, and general service macros.
• Experience using TPF Toolkit, TPF GI, and TPF test tools.
• Solid understanding of z/TPF concepts, structures, and SPM.
• Experience with legacy messaging and communication protocols (EDIFACT, TTY, MATIP, MQ, Host‑to‑Host).
• Knowledge of middleware communication, networking fundamentals, and TCP/IP protocols.
• Comfort working in z/VM CMS environments.
• Strong English communication skills and ability to serve as a technical point of contact.

• Experience with C/C++ on z/TPF or Linux platforms.
• Working knowledge of Linux file systems and tools.
• Exposure to hybrid cloud environments.
• Familiarity with loosely coupled TPF images, VPARS, and IPL concepts.
• Interest in modernizing legacy platforms while maintaining stability and performance.

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT or equivalent.

The annual salary for this position is between $116,100 to $183,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long‑term/Short‑term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer:
The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

Applications will be accepted until April 14th, 2026.