Senior Technical Lead

Job Description

Senior Technical Lead

Calvados, Normandy

Job Summary

Role: Mainframe Software Engineer (Functional & Technical) Assignment Description: We are looking for a Mainframe Software Engineer with 3-5 years of experience to support a finance‑critical application landscape. The application handles Priority 0 to Priority 1 incidents with direct impact on factory production. The consultant will play a key role in securing business continuity, supporting daily operations, and contributing to an upcoming modernization roadmap. As this role replaces a Business Analyst, the Software Engineer is expected to actively participate in functional analysis, including understanding business processes, gathering requirements, and reverse‑engineering existing applications. Key Responsibilities -Maintain and enhance finance‑critical mainframe applications -Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve Priority 0 / Priority 1 production issues -Perform functional analysis and translate business requirements into technical solutions -Reverse engineer existing applications to understand functionality and dependencies -Collaborate closely with business stakeholders and French‑speaking end users -Contribute to modernization initiatives while ensuring stability and secure deliveries Required Skills & Experience: 3-5 years of experience in mainframe development and support Strong hands‑on experience with: COBOL, JCL, VSAM ISPF, SDSF MQ, IMS DB/DC OPC/E (or equivalent scheduling tools) Solid knowledge of mainframe databases and data management systems: DL1 / IMS DB2 -Strong analytical skills and ability to work in complex, legacy environments -Proven ability to communicate effectively with business stakeholders -Experience working on business‑critical or finance‑critical applications Desired / Meritorious Skills: -Prior involvement in application modernization programs -Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments -Ability to balance operational stability with transformation initiatives Language & Location Requirements: Fluent in French & English - daily interaction with team and business users -English proficiency required for documentation and global collaboration Location: France - preferably Lyon Team is based in France; on‑site

Key Responsibilities

Role: Mainframe Software Engineer (Functional & Technical) Assignment Description: We are looking for a Mainframe Software Engineer with 3-5 years of experience to support a finance‑critical application landscape. The application handles Priority 0 to Priority 1 incidents with direct impact on factory production. The consultant will play a key role in securing business continuity, supporting daily operations, and contributing to an upcoming modernization roadmap. As this role replaces a Business Analyst, the Software Engineer is expected to actively participate in functional analysis, including understanding business processes, gathering requirements, and reverse‑engineering existing applications. Key Responsibilities -Maintain and enhance finance‑critical mainframe applications -Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve Priority 0 / Priority 1 production issues -Perform functional analysis and translate business requirements into technical solutions -Reverse engineer existing applications to understand functionality and dependencies -Collaborate closely with business stakeholders and French‑speaking end users -Contribute to modernization initiatives while ensuring stability and secure deliveries Required Skills & Experience: 3-5 years of experience in mainframe development and support Strong hands‑on experience with: COBOL, JCL, VSAM ISPF, SDSF MQ, IMS DB/DC OPC/E (or equivalent scheduling tools) Solid knowledge of mainframe databases and data management systems: DL1 / IMS DB2 -Strong analytical skills and ability to work in complex, legacy environments -Proven ability to communicate effectively with business stakeholders -Experience working on business‑critical or finance‑critical applications Desired / Meritorious Skills: -Prior involvement in application modernization programs -Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments -Ability to balance operational stability with transformation initiatives Language & Location Requirements: Fluent in French & English - daily interaction with team and business users -English proficiency required for documentation and global collaboration Location: France - preferably Lyon Team is based in France; on‑site

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HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2026 totaled $14.8 billion.