Lead the design, deployment, and lifecycle management of Mainframe Infrastructure installed in Colo datacenters.
Ensure Mainframe infrastructure solutions are optimized, secure, and aligned with business and technology strategies.
Champion innovation, automation & Ansible, AI enabled and DevOps practices to accelerate delivery and improve reliability.
Oversee Mainframe services delivery and collaborate with Internal and External stakeholders to manage platform
Manage initiatives to modernize legacy mainframe systems by working closely with application teams, improving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing business agility
Operational Governance and IT Service Management :
Manage the performance of IT infrastructure services delivered by external vendors, ensuring service-level agreements (SLAs) are met and supporting business continuity.
Act as the point of escalation for critical issues from business partners, driving prompt and effective resolution.
Oversee governance of IT operations, ensuring that outsourced services are aligned with enterprise goals and maintaining compliance with regulatory and business standards .
Team Leadership and Cross-functional Collaboration :
Lead a team of infrastructure engineers and professionals, fostering innovation, efficiency, and collaboration.
Partner closely with application and product teams , ensuring infrastructure capabilities effectively support evolving business requirements.
Guide the team in adopting best practices for infrastructure resilience and security while enabling digital transformation initiatives.
Drive cross-functional programs that enable cloud adoption, infrastructure optimization, and digital transformation.
Required Qualifications:
This role requires a deep understanding of Mainframe technologies z/OS, DB2/IMS, MQ Series, Broadcom Software, Mainframe Hardware - z16, DASD(DS8K) & Tape(TS7770) technologies.
Strong leadership skills and experience with large-scale infrastructure projects are essential to successfully guide the organization and improve overall business agility.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, MIS, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
15+ years of Experience in managing Mainframe Infrastructure (z16, DS8000, TS7770 hardware, SAN Fabric and Software (z/OS, DFSMS, GDPS , CA1, ACF2, DB2/IMS, MQ Series and various other ISV Software's from IBM, BMC, Broadcom etc.)
Deep understanding of mainframe technologies with hands on experience - z/OS, Mainframe Storage Hardware & Software, Broadcom Products and IBM and other ISV Products
10+ years of leadership experience, with a proven track record in delivering business and technical roadmaps by leading technical teams and executing initiatives. Experience in driving cost optimization initiatives and rationalization.
Manage software installations, upgrades, and patching - IBM and Broadcom and Other vendor software's
Technical Expertise
Demonstrated ability to design, deploy, and manage large-scale Infrastructure operations, focusing on reliability, performance, and scalability.
Strong knowledge of Mainframe server architecture, storage solutions (DS8K, TS770 and SAN Fabric)
Strong knowledge on Mainframe Modernization and Cloud technologies including AWS, Azure, and GCP is a plus.
Strategic Leadership
Proven record of driving diverse initiatives and executing efficiently, balancing short-term goals with long-term strategy.
Operational Excellence
Skilled in ITSM
Additional Information
About Our Company
Ameriprise India LLP has been providing client based financial solutions to help clients plan and achieve their financial objectives for 20 years. We are part of Ameriprise Financial Inc., a US financial planning company headquartered in Minneapolis with a global presence and diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. The firm's focus areas include Asset Management and Advice, Retirement Planning and Insurance Protection.
Be part of an inclusive, collaborative culture that rewards you for your contributions, and work with other talented individuals who share your passion for doing great work. You'll also have plenty of opportunities to make your mark at the office and a difference in your community. So, if you're talented, driven and want to work for a strong, ethical company that cares, take the next step and create a career at Ameriprise India LLP.
Job Description
The Senior Manager of Mainframe Services plays a critical leadership role in managing Mainframe infrastructure across on-premises data centers.
This role ensures the delivery of Mainframe Infrastructure Services and drive platform modernization & optimization initiatives as well as Innovation and Automation. The Senior Manager oversees both third-party and internally managed IT infrastructure to meet the enterprise's operational and strategic needs.
Ameriprise · Hyderabad, India