IBM Z Mainframe Specialist/Solutions Architect

IBM Z SME/Solution Architect - GitLab, IBM DDB andamp; UCD Toolchain SetupDuration: 2 - 3 monthsLocation: Remote delivery - No geographical restrictionsRate: Negotiable/Market Day Rate (Inside IR35)Our leading consultancy client is setting up a GitLab-based DevOps toolchain (with IBM DBB + UCD) across 4 different Business Units (countries) - each with its own Mainframe environment. To provide detailed setup inputs (precise software, network, etc. details). The successful candidate will be an experienced IBM Z Specialist, with hands-on experience setting up GitLab-based Mainframe toolchains.Program: Programme GitLab-based IBM Z DevOps toolchain setup across four countries using IBM DDB and IBM UrbanCode Deploy.Engagement focus: Hands-on toolchain setup leadership, infrastructure input definition, environment design and delivery coordination.The ideal candidate will have experience in most of the following:Strong IBM Z/OS integration knowledge across build, deployment, security and connectivity requirements.Ability to define precise infrastructure setup inputs, including software prerequisites, network connectivity, ports, certifications, access, service accounts and operational dependenciesHands-on experience setting up GitLab-based Mainframe toolchains (ideally using IBM Dependency Based Build and IBM UrbanCode Deploy)Strong hands-on experience in setting up a similar GitLab-based Mainframe DevOps toolchain to lead the toolchain setup exerciseExperience with hands-on ..... full job details .....