EPAM Systems

Senior/Lead CA Gen Engineer - Mainframe Modernization (Remote)

EPAM Systems • $125K — $150K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience with CA Gen (Broadcom Gen, COOL: Gen, CoolGen) including model internals and runtime framework.
  • 5+ years of COBOL software development experience.
  • Proven experience with modernizing or migrating mainframe applications.
  • Strong analytical skills for translating complex legacy application logic.
  • Excellent communication skills for effective cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze existing CA Gen models and COBOL code to understand legacy application logic.
  • Create detailed technical specifications for new systems based on legacy applications.
  • Collaborate to design migration strategies from CA Gen/mainframe to modern platforms.
  • Ensure accurate capture of business logic during reverse-engineering efforts.
  • Identify risks and gaps within legacy CA Gen models during modernization.
  • Document legacy system architecture, data flows, and dependencies.
  • Participate in knowledge-sharing sessions to enhance team expertise.

Benefits

  • 100% remote work environment without on-call support required.
  • Opportunity to work on a large-scale mainframe modernization initiative.
  • Collaboration with a team of 15-20 experienced engineers.
  • Potential for professional development through knowledge-sharing.
  • Exposure to modern technologies and practices in application development.
Full Job Description
Senior/Lead CA Gen Engineer - Mainframe Modernization (Remote) We are looking for a Senior or Lead Engineer with deep CA Gen (Broadcom Gen, COOL: Gen, CoolGen) expertise to join an established team of 15-20 engineers on a large-scale mainframe modernization initiative. You will help rebuild legacy applications and eliminate dependency on CA Gen and mainframe technology, translating deep model and code knowledge into detailed specifications that drive forward-engineering of modern replacement systems. This is a 100% remote role with no on-call support required. Both Senior- and Lead-level candidates will be considered. Req# [redacted] Responsibilities Analyze existing CA Gen models, runtime framework, and generated COBOL code to understand legacy application logic and behavior Create detailed technical specifications from legacy CA Gen-based applications to support forward-engineering of replacement systems Collaborate with the team to design and validate migration approaches from CA Gen/mainframe to modern platforms Support reverse-engineering efforts, ensuring business logic and rules are accurately captured and preserved Partner with architects and developers to align legacy system behavior with new application design Identify risks, gaps, and edge cases within legacy CA Gen models during the modernization process Contribute to documentation of legacy system architecture, data flows, and dependencies Participate in knowledge-sharing sessions to transfer CA Gen and COBOL expertise across the team Requirements 5+ years of hands-on experience with CA Gen (Broadcom Gen, COOL: Gen, CoolGen), including runtime framework and model internals 5+ years of COBOL software development experience Strong understanding of CA Gen-generated COBOL code Proven experience with mainframe application modernization or migration projects Ability to translate legacy application logic into clear, detailed specifications for modern system replacement Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with legacy codebases Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration Nice to have Experience with CICS, Db2, VSAM, or IMS DB Familiarity with Java Familiarity with C# Familiarity with AWS

About EPAM Systems

EPAM Systems, Inc. is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. The company has a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, and serves clients in a variety of industries, including financial services, healthcare, and retail. EPAM's services include software engineering, product development, and digital platform engineering, and the company has a reputation for delivering high-quality solutions that help its clients achieve their business goals. EPAM has been recognized as a leader in the digital services industry by a number of independent research firms, and the company has won numerous awards for its work.
Learn more about EPAM Systems
Size
58,824 employees
Market Cap
$18.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$327.1 million
Founded
1993
5 Year Trend
+26.5%
Revenue
$2.6 billion
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