Mainframe Migration Consultant

Job Title:

Mainframe Migration Consultant

Location: New York, NY

Job type: Contract

The purpose of this project is to support all mainframe database and application needs (Adabas and Natural), including legacy applications such as PIMS, FITS, and PMS. These applications support asset, defect, and work order management systems used to manage streets, parking, and other infrastructure assets.

• Run existing daily, bi-weekly, and monthly reports for all mainframe applications; create new reports as required.
• Resolve application program issues and data errors reported by end users.
• Develop new ETL jobs and monitor existing jobs to support enterprise data‑sharing needs.
• Upgrade applications and programs in alignment with infrastructure and software upgrades.
• Collaborate with IT development teams to migrate and integrate legacy modules with modern asset management systems.
• Work closely with business analysts, subject‑matter experts, and development teams during design, development, testing, implementation, and support phases.
• Participate in software testing activities, including defect identification and resolution.
• Support rollout and deployment strategies.
• Participate in technical reviews, walkthroughs, and presentations.
• Understand application architecture, network design, performance considerations, and security frameworks.
• Analyze complex technical problems and recommend effective solutions.
• Research, evaluate, and present recommendations on technical issues and improvements.
• Encourage innovation by exploring new ideas and initiatives.
• Incorporate feedback from reporting managers and stakeholders.
• Provide accurate estimates for development and migration tasks.
• Collaborate effectively with cross‑functional and diverse teams.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with team members.

• Minimum 4+ years of hands‑on experience in mainframe technologies beyond entry‑level roles.
• Strong experience with:
  • Natural programming (v8.7, v9, Natural One)
  • Adabas
  • MVSTSO, JCL, ISPF commands
  • xmitip
  • SAS v9.3 (Mainframe)
  • COBOL
• Experience supporting legacy mainframe applications and reporting systems.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in technology or application development/support roles.

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in a technology‑related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience across the mandatory technical skill set.
• Strong communication, documentation, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to work as a team lead or senior contributor on multiple projects.
• Strong understanding of business requirements and delivery estimation.
• Experience working across multiple platforms, tools, and development methodologies.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Information Technology