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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Program Director - Mainframe Optimization... - **Company:** Ensono - **Location:** Downers Grove, IL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $155,000.0 - $210,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Asana, JIRA, Information Technology Consulting, Mainframes, Microsoft Project, Performance Tuning, Z/OS, Smartsheet, Information Technology, Cloud Integration, Legacy Systems - **Published:** June 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gaujzn ## About the Role * 10+ years of experience in technology consulting, program management, or enterprise IT delivery. * Deep understanding of mainframe technologies and operations (z/OS, scheduling tools, tape management, etc.). * Proven experience leading large-scale optimization or transformation programs. * Strong background in client engagement, solutioning, and pre-sales support. * Proficiency with project and program management tools (Jira, Asana, MS Project, Smartsheet). * Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (PMP or Agile certification is a plus)., * Experience in managed services or hybrid IT environments. * Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving. * Comfortable working in fast-paced, dynamic environments. * Skilled at building trust and long-term relationships with clients. * Familiarity with cloud integration and modernization strategies for legacy systems. ## Description Program Director - Mainframe Optimization & Delivery- (ISV migrations and software swaps)Remote - United StatesJR013867 Program Director- Mainframe Optimization & Delivery At Ensono, our Purpose is to be a relentless ally, disrupting the status quo and unleashing our clients to Do Great Things! We enable our clients to achieve key business outcomes that reshape how our world runs. As an expert technology adviser and managed service provider with cross-platform certifications, Ensono empowers our clients to keep up with continuous change and embrace innovation. We can Do Great Things because we have great Associates. The Ensono Core Values unify our diverse talents and are woven into how we do business. These five traits are the key to achieving our purpose. Honesty - Reliability - Curiosity - Collaboration - Passion We are seeking a Program Director to lead strategic client engagements focused on mainframe optimization, program delivery, and pre-sales solutioning. This role combines deep technical expertise with consultative leadership, helping clients modernize legacy environments, improve operational efficiency, and achieve transformational outcomes. You will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding them through complex technical decisions and delivering high-impact programs. You'll also collaborate closely with Sales, Solution Architects, and Delivery teams to shape solutions, define roadmaps, and ensure successful execution., * Act as a Program Director and technical advisor to clients, providing strategic guidance on mainframe optimization, modernization, and transformation initiatives. * Lead end-to-end program delivery, including planning, execution, governance, and stakeholder management across multiple concurrent engagements. * Provide Project/Program Management for delivery of projects * Support pre-sales activities by contributing to solution design, scoping, proposal development, and client presentations. * Develop and maintain program plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations using tools such as Jira, Asana, MS Project, and Smartsheet. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery of technical solutions, including installation, testing, and implementation of mainframe systems and software. * Drive continuous improvement across mainframe environments (z/OS, tape management, scheduling, security, monitoring, etc.) through automation, cost optimization, and performance tuning. * Translate complex technical concepts into business value for non-technical stakeholders. * Conduct post-project reviews and implement lessons learned to improve future engagements. * Mentor junior consultants and contribute to internal knowledge sharing and thought leadership. * Ensure compliance with technical standards, industry best practices, and client-specific requirements. ## Related Videos - [A Founder's Journey : From Startup Chaos to Purposeful Growth](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1926-a-founder-s-journey-from-startup-chaos-to-purposeful-growth) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [".Net is too slow" was not an option](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100176-net-is-too-slow-was-not-an-option) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Building with IBM Bob](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100275-building-with-ibm-bob) - [Integrate your Cognitive Assistant with 3rd-party DBs and software](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/249-integrate-your-cognitive-assistant-with-3rd-party-dbs-and-software) ## Related Articles - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? 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