Mainframe Architect

About Persistent

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what?s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our disruptor?s mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We reported $1,654.4M FY26 revenue with 17.4% Y-o-Y growth. We have delivered 24 sequential quarters of growth with $436.0M in Q4 FY26 revenue, up 3.2% Q-o-Q and 16.2% Y-o-Y growth. Our 27,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We have been recognized as the Fastest Growing IT Services Brand Globally in the 2026 Brand Finance IT Services 25 Report. We named a Leader in the Everest Group Private Equity (PE) Services PEAK Matrix? Assessment 2026 and Software Product Engineering PEAK Matrix? Assessment 2026.

About Position:

We are seeking a Mainframe Architect with extensive experience in enterprise mainframe technologies to define architecture strategies, drive modernization initiatives, and lead large-scale mainframe transformation programs. The role involves designing scalable and resilient solutions, providing architectural leadership, and ensuring alignment between business objectives and technology roadmaps across mission-critical systems.

• Role: Mainframe Architect
• Location: All Persistent Location
• Experience: 10+ Years
• Job Type: Full-Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Define and drive the overall architecture, design, and modernisation strategy for enterprise mainframe applications and platforms.
• Lead technical solution design, ensuring scalability, security, performance, and alignment with business objectives.
• Provide architectural guidance and mentorship to development teams working with COBOL, CICS, DB2, IMS, and related technologies.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, infrastructure teams, and solution architects to deliver integrated and efficient technology solutions.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, recommend modernization approaches, and oversee successful implementation of mainframe transformation initiatives.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• Extensive experience in Mainframe architecture, application design, and enterprise-scale solution delivery using COBOL, CICS, DB2, IMS, MQ, and z/OS technologies.
• Strong expertise in defining architecture roadmaps, modernization strategies, cloud integration, and legacy system transformation initiatives.
• Deep understanding of system performance, scalability, security, resilience, and governance best practices within mainframe environments.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams, influence stakeholders, and drive architecture decisions across complex business and technology landscapes.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills with experience collaborating across cross-functional and global teams.
• Education- B.E. / B.Tech./ M.C.A.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

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?Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.?