Mainframe Engineer; IMS, DBz​/OS @ Saint Paul, MN--Hybrid

Mainframe Engineer (IMS, DB2 z/OS)

We are looking for someone with DBA experience in IMS, DB2 and z/OS on the mainframe to assist with a massive mainframe exit/modernization project. This is a lead engineer/architect type role. Candidates local to Minnesota are highly preferred but it can be remote for a rockstar. If interested please share your resume.

Location:

Saint Paul, MN 55101 --Hybrid

Duration: 3-5 year project

Only on W2 / H1 transfer

Project:

• Exiting the mainframe - will be a 3-5 year project, modernizing into AWS
• High visibility, very critical applications

Why is req open?

• 2 IMS/DB2 mainframe engineers retiring at the end of the year

Team Size & Breakdown:

• Will work most closely with the existing IMS/DB2 engineers for knowledge transfer, upskilling, getting engaged on the application level a bit
• Will also be involved with the Z/OS engineer, some directors and the architecture team

High-Level Individual Duties:

• Analyze current-state IMS and DB2 databases, application dependencies, and data flows.
• Help define modernization and migration strategy for applications and data.
• Participate in architectural decision-making around target-state platforms and data storage solutions.
• Evaluate where applications and data should reside post-migration (e.g., AWS services, S3, modern data platforms).
• Work directly with leadership and technical teams to provide recommendations and drive decisions.
• Assist with mainframe security considerations and operational stability throughout the transition.

Must-Haves (Concepts & Tools):

• Expertise with IMS and DB2 on the mainframe.
• Strong DBA-level knowledge of IMS DB and DB2.
• Extensive experience with z/OS engineering and administration.
• Experience supporting or leading mainframe modernization / mainframe exit initiatives.
• Experience with mainframe security, including RACF.
• Understanding of AWS and cloud migration patterns

What Will Win (formerly known as “Nice-to-Haves”):

• Previous experience migrating to modern cloud platforms (especially AWS)

Soft Skill Requirements

• Someone who can dig in, ask questions, get what is needed from the knowledge transfer period

WFH:

• Preference for local candidates who can follow the hybrid schedule (3 days onsite).

Best Regards

Mohammed Dastagir

Sr Resource Manager

Saxon Global Inc.