Description
Mainframe DevOps Tools Migration Expert
Remote | 1-Year T4 Contract | Remote
End Client: Leading Enterprise Technology Client
Pay Rate: CAD $100/hr on T4
About the Role
Our consulting client is looking for an experienced Mainframe DevOps Engineer to lead and support enterprise mainframe modernization initiatives focused on migrating Endevor and other SCM environments to Git, IBM Dependency Based Build (DBB), and modern deployment and CI/CD platforms.
The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience with Endevor-to-Git/DBB migrations, IBM DBB, IBM DevOps Deploy (IDD), Wazi, Git, and enterprise CI/CD platforms, combined with a solid z/OS and USS background.
Responsibilities
Lead and support Endevor and other SCM to Git/DBB/IDD migration projects across enterprise z/OS environments.Architect and implement DevOps pipelines using Git, DBB, IDD, Wazi Deploy, and modern CI/CD platforms.Perform installation, configuration, and problem determination for DBB, Git, IDD, and Wazi on z/OS and USS.Analyze, convert, validate, and troubleshoot Endevor applications, processors, metadata, and dependency structures.Debug pipeline failures, compiler/link edit errors, dependency issues, repository synchronization problems, and build map inconsistencies.Deliver customer training sessions, hands-on workshops, and enablement for Git/DBB/IDD/Wazi workflows.Collaborate with architects and project stakeholders to ensure successful modernization outcomes.Document migration processes, best practices, runbooks, and technical resolutions for repeatable delivery.Mentor development teams on Git workflows, branching, pipeline debugging, and DevOps best practices.
What You Bring
Hands-on experience performing Endevor to Git/DBB migrations.Strong proficiency with Git, branching strategies, repository management, and code review workflows.Hands-on experience with IBM Dependency Based Build (DBB), including build scripts, build maps, dependency analysis, and automated compilation.Experience with IBM DevOps Deploy (IDD) and/or IBM Wazi Deploy for deployment automation.Experience authoring Groovy for Jenkins pipelines and YAML for GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or GitLab.Strong ability to debug pipeline/build failures, compiler/link edit errors, dependency issues, and conversion mismatches.Experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting DBB, IDD, and Wazi on z/OS and USS.Strong z/OS and USS experience.Application development or systems programming background with COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS, and VSAM preferred.Experience with SMP/E, PARMLIB, JES2/JES3, and subsystem configuration is an asset.Experience with IBM IDz, Zowe CLI, Wazi Deploy, ADDI, or zUnit is preferred.Experience with enterprise CI/CD platforms including GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or GitLab CI/CD.Experience with Artifactory, Nexus, or Wazi Deploy artifact management.Experience in mainframe modernization, DevOps transformation, or SCM migration programs.Ability to clearly articulate the Git/DBB lifecycle and diagnose conversion-related errors.Customer-facing consulting experience is preferred.Ability to prepare and deliver technical presentations, migration documentation, training, and hands-on enablement workshops.
