Title: Mainframe Technical Lead

Location: Toronto (Hybrid – Currently 2 days in office and can change to 4 days to office)

Duration: 6 Months

Pay Range: C$60 INC

Introduction

We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Technical Lead with extensive expertise in developing, supporting, and modernizing mission-critical Card Services applications within the banking domain.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Credit Card and Debit Card systems, Card Account Management, Customer Information, Authorization, Fraud Management, Rewards, and Dispute Processing on IBM Mainframe platforms. The role requires proven leadership in delivering large-scale application modernization, database migration, and transformation initiatives while ensuring high availability, security, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

Required Skills & Qualifications (Must-have qualifications that candidates must meet to be considered)

- 15 years of hands-on IBM Mainframe development experience in the Banking or Financial Services domain.
- Strong experience supporting Credit Card or Debit Card applications on IBM Mainframe.
- Proven experience leading technical teams and successfully delivering enterprise-scale Mainframe projects.
- Extensive experience in application assessment, modernization,



migration, and legacy transformation initiatives.
- Prior work experience at client or in client's Industry

Preferred Skills & Qualifications (Nice-to-have skills but are not required)

- Experience working with Card Management Systems (CMS) and card processing platforms.
- Experience in Debit Cards, Rewards, Fraud Management, Card Servicing, and Customer Account Management.
- Experience leading enterprise Mainframe modernization and digital transformation programs.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities (key tasks and expectations for the role)

- Execute complex database migration and data conversion projects with minimal business disruption.
- Support mission-critical card applications with stringent availability, performance, and security requirements.
- Manage System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), production implementation, and post-production support.

Company Benefits & Culture

- Team-oriented and innovative work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

For immediate consideration please click APPLY to begin the screening process with Alex.

📌 Mainframe Technical Lead (Toronto)
🏢 Artech
📍 Toronto