Mainframe Architect

Application Architect II on Mainframe side
Work with the client's SME
Ideal candidate is someone who understands business processes on Steel Mfg side.
N-W Indiana area
In office a couple of times a month but should be in drivable distance
Office setting, will not work around dangerous equipment
Day shift, on call schedule sometimes.

Must be skilled in the mainframe environment - COBOL, DB2, etc.

Has experience in multiple system environments. Should also be experienced in designing, developing, and test applications. Combine multiple technologies to provide alternative physical solutions. Performs analysis of business models, logical specifications and/or user requirements to design solutions. Responsible for the application development as well as the application environment. Understands various types of tools and technologies on the market and their appropriate usage.

Responsibilities extend to all components of an application and application environment including front, back, and middle tiers where applicable. These individuals can lead a tool evaluation effort, including the definition of the evaluation criteria, identification of tools to be evaluated, and the actual evaluation. Has worked on various platforms including mainframes, minis and micros. Work may involve interacting with and managing product vendors/suppliers.