Location Hybrid from - Dallas, TX, Nashville, TN, Chicago, IL, NJ, Atlanta, GA About the job you're considering Capgemini is seeking a **Hands-On Migration Architect (Mainframe to GCP)** to lead enterprise-scale mainframe modernization and cloud migration initiatives on Google Cloud Platform, combining strategic architecture with deep technical execution. As a senior architect, you will define target-state solutions, drive large-scale migration programs, and deliver secure, scalable, high-performance cloud architectures by leveraging expertise in mainframe technologies, GCP services, modernization patterns, and DevOps practices. Your Role The **Hands-On Migration Architect - Mainframe to GCP** is a **senior technical leadership role** responsible for driving enterprise-scale **mainframe modernization and cloud migration initiatives** on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This role blends **strategic architecture leadership** with deep **hands-on expertise** across: - Mainframe technologies - Cloud platforms (GCP) - Application modernization - Data migration - Automation & DevOps Key Responsibilities **Architecture & Strategy** - Define and lead target-state architectures for migrating legacy mainframe systems to hybrid or cloud-native GCP environments - Design scalable, resilient, and secure architectures integrating mainframe workloads with GCP services - Define GCP landing zones, including: - Security frameworks - IAM models - Networking design - Governance policies - High Availability (HA) / Disaster Recovery (DR) **Migration & Modernization Execution** - Architect and execute dual-run / parallel testing strategies to: - Ensure data consistency - Validate transaction parity - Benchmark performance - Lead end-to-end migration programs from mainframe to GCP - Design event-driven and API-led integration patterns between legacy and modern systems **Engineering & Platform Enablement** - Implement DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automation frameworks - Drive platform engineering practices for modernization programs - Build data and telemetry solutions using: - Pub/Sub - BigQuery - Cloud Storage - GKE **Security, Compliance & Governance** Ensure: - Cloud security best practices - Identity and access management (IAM) - Encryption and auditability - Regulatory compliance across workloads **Leadership & Stakeholder Management** - Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders - Lead enterprise modernization strategy discussions - Provide technical leadership across large-scale transformation programs Required Technical Expertise **Mainframe Technologies** - z/OS - COBOL - PL/I - JCL - CICS - IMS - DB2 - VSAM **Cloud & Modern Architecture** **Strong experience in:** - Google Cloud Platform (GCP) architecture and services - Application modernization strategies - Hybrid cloud integrations - Event-driven architectures - DevOps and CI/CD automation - Cloud security and governance **Experience Requirements** - 12+ years in enterprise application/platform architecture - 6+ years of hands-on experience in: - Mainframe modernization - Legacy transformation programs - Proven experience in leading large-scale mainframe-to-cloud migration initiatives **Ideal Candidate Profile** A highly experienced architect who: - Possesses deep mainframe modernization expertise - Demonstrates strong cloud architecture and migration execution capability - Has proven ability in stakeholder management and leadership - Can drive end-to-end transformation of legacy systems to GCP-based modern platforms #SS1 The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is $82,082 to $193,440 Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law. The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction. These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity. It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws. **Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees.** In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include: - Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave - Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada) - Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada) - Life and disability insurance - Employee assistance programs - Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility **Important Notice:** Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini's discretion, consistent with applicable laws. 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