System Architect

ITRiders

mississauga, on, Canada
Full-time
Posted June 01, 2026

Job Description

Responsibilities

Lead and Design end-to-end IBM Z / Mainframe architecture for large-scale internal systems

Define technical standards, best practices, and architectural roadmaps

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align mainframe solutions with business objectives

Lead modernization and optimization initiatives on IBM Z platforms

Mentor and guide senior developers and engineering teams

Conduct architecture reviews and provide technical governance

Requirements

10+ years of experience in IBM Mainframe architecture and design

Deep expertise in IBM Z systems, z/OS, CICS, JCL, and related middleware

Strong knowledge of DB2, IMS, MQ Series, and batch processing frameworks

Experience with mainframe modernization, cloud integration, or hybrid architectures

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

IBM Certified solutions expertise is a strong plus