Mainframe Architect

Bright Vision Technologies

Mainframe Architect leading legacy tax-system modernization for Bright Vision Technologies, a technology consulting and software development company. Designing, converting, tuning, and supporting complex mainframe applications.

Posted 8/22/2026contractAlbany • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in technical architecture and design for complex tax accounting systems, with a strong focus on COBOL programming, IBM DB2 database management, and application performance analysis. Proven ability to lead modernization projects and collaborate effectively with technical teams and stakeholders.

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COBOL ProgrammingIBM DB2 for z/OSApplication Performance AnalysisTechnical LeadershipMainframe Environment Experience

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Hard Skills

COBOLIBM DB2 for LUWIDMSDMLOCICSIBM MQ SeriesIBM MVS JCLTSOXQueryApplication Performance Tuning

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingTechnical Guidance

Tools & Technologies

IBM DB2Mainframe SystemsApplication Productivity SystemAdobe Experience PlatformEdge Delivery Services

Certifications & Qualifications

Adobe Certified AEM Developer

Industry Keywords

Tax Accounting SystemsGovernment Taxation OrganizationLegacy System ConversionDatabase OptimizationComplex Database Structures

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AEM

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead technical architecture and design activities for the IAS Modernization Project
Analyze existing mainframe applications, databases, interfaces, and batch processes
Support conversion of legacy mainframe systems to new technology platforms
Develop and maintain complex tax accounting applications
Design and optimize database structures in IBM DB2 for z/OS and DB2 for LUW
Participate in application development, data conversion, integration, system testing, and implementation
Conduct application performance analysis, troubleshooting, and performance tuning
Support large-scale databases containing one terabyte or more of data
Collaborate with technical teams, business stakeholders, and end users
Provide technical leadership, architectural guidance, maintenance support, and issue resolution for complex taxation systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 7 years of experience working with a government taxation organization, including technical design, development, maintenance, and end-user support for complex tax accounting systems
Minimum 7 years of COBOL programming experience in an IBM mainframe environment
Minimum 3 years of experience with IBM DB2 for LUW, including databases of one terabyte or larger and XQuery
Minimum 7 years of experience with IDMS and DMLO in a mainframe environment
Minimum 7 years of experience with Client (Application Productivity System) and CICS in a mainframe environment
Minimum 7 years of experience with IBM MQ Series
Minimum 7 years of experience with IBM DB2 for z/OS, including complex database structures
Minimum 7 years of experience with IBM MVS JCL
Minimum 7 years of experience with TSO
Minimum 7 years of application performance analysis and tuning experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
U.S. Citizens, Green Card Holders, EAD Holders, and H-1B transfer candidates are encouraged to apply
New H-1B visa petitions cannot be sponsored
Preferred: Adobe Certified AEM Developer credentials; Edge Delivery Services and Franklin/HLX; Adobe Experience Platform; multi-region or multi-brand AEM deployments; commerce platform integrations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits
Competitive compensation packages
Supportive work-life balance
Career growth potential
Continuous learning and growth opportunities