Java/Mainframe Developer (INTL - Hyderabad India) - Nova Domestic

Job Description We are seeking a seasoned Senior Backend Engineer with deep expertise spanning mainframe (legacy) systems and modern cloud‑native architectures. This role will be instrumental in modernizing core systems, supporting mainframe‑to‑distributed migrations, and enabling scalable, event‑driven platforms in the cloud. Key Responsibilities Lead and contribute to end‑to‑end modernization initiatives, including analysis, design, build, and migration of legacy mainframe systems to distributed, cloud‑native architectures. Translate

COBOL/CICS/DB2

workloads into Java‑based microservices while preserving business logic and ensuring functional parity. Design and develop Spring Boot-based services aligned with microservices best practices. Build and manage containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes. Support and execute cloud migration strategies using AWS, Azure, or GCP tooling. Implement event‑driven integration patterns using technologies such as Kafka or RabbitMQ. Collaborate with architects, platform teams, and business stakeholders to reduce technical debt and improve system scalability, resilience, and maintainability. Ensure adherence to enterprise standards, security requirements, and CI/CD best practices. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.

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https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/. Skills and Requirements Legacy (Mainframe) Stack Strong hands‑on experience with z/OS, COBOL, CICS, and JCL Proficiency with DB2, including data access and performance considerations Working knowledge of VSAM and flat file processing Experience with ChangeMan, Endevor, or similar mainframe version control and deployment tools Modern (Distributed) Stack Expert‑level proficiency in Java, with extensive experience using Spring Boot Strong understanding of microservices architecture and domain‑driven design concepts Hands‑on experience with Docker and Kubernetes Cloud experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, particularly in migration scenarios Experience with message brokers (Kafka, RabbitMQ) for asynchronous and event‑driven workflows Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field 5+ years of backend development experience 3+ years of direct experience supporting mainframe‑to‑distributed system migrations Proven delivery of at least one full‑scale core system modernization or migration Experience with strangler‑fig or phased migration patterns Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps tooling, and automated testing frameworks Exposure to large‑scale retail, financial services, or regulated enterprise environments Strong communication skills with the ability to bridge legacy and modern engineering teams