Game Plan Tech LLC Mainframe Modernization SWE Remote · Full time Company website

Modernize legacy government systems with AI expertise

Description

We are seeking multiple junior and senior candidates with these qualifications for immediate hire. Even if you don't perfectly match every qualification, we encourage you to apply if you have a strong desire to learn and a proven ability to quickly pick up new skills.


Role Overview

Harness the transformative power of generative AI to build a modern software foundation that fosters innovation and agility. Your creative thinking and professional engineering skills will be essential as you leverage cutting-edge AI technologies to modernize legacy government systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to expand your technical expertise and make a lasting impact on the future of government software.


Desired Qualifications

  • Experience supporting mainframes production environments and software applications
  • Experience with IBM Mainframe technologies such as COBOL, DB2, CICS, JCL, SQL and VSAM
  • Experience in application development platforms and/or languages (Java, GoLang, Python, etc.)
  • Hands-on technical experience with cloud computing, including designing, deploying, and managing cloud-based solutions
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences, including technical teams, executives, and end-users


What we are looking for in a strong candidate:

  • Cloud certifications in the area of architecture, data engineering, and/or machine learning
  • Background working with government technology projects and programs
  • Demonstrated ability to connect with stakeholders, valuing their input, and understanding the nuances of their needs and challenges
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required is desired


Key Responsibilities

  • Legacy Code Analysis and Understanding:
  • Leverage generative AI tools to analyze and understand complex legacy mainframe codebases (COBOL, PL/I, etc.).
  • Identify patterns, dependencies, and potential areas for optimization.
  • Generative AI-Powered Modernization:
  • Utilize AI to assist in refactoring, translating, or re-architecting mainframe applications into modern languages and architectures (Java, Python, microservices, etc.).
  • Implement AI-driven code generation to accelerate modernization efforts while ensuring code quality and maintainability.
  • Data Migration and Integration:
  • Design and implement strategies for migrating data from legacy mainframe systems to modern databases or cloud platforms.
  • Leverage AI to automate data transformation and ensure data integrity.
  • Testing and Validation:
  • Develop and execute comprehensive testing plans to ensure modernized applications meet functional and performance requirements.
  • Utilize AI for automated test case generation and test execution.
  • Collaboration and Innovation:
  • Work closely with mainframe experts, architects, and other developers to understand modernization goals and constraints.
  • Stay abreast of the latest advancements in generative AI and apply them to improve modernization processes.