Principal Mainframe Engineer

About US: We are a company that provides innovative, transformative IT services and solutions. We are passionate about helping our clients achieve their goals and exceed their expectations. We strive to provide the best possible experience for our clients and employees. We are committed to continuous improvement and innovation, and we are always looking for ways to improve our services and solutions. We believe in working collaboratively with our clients and employees to achieve success. DS Technologies Inc is looking for Principal Mainframe Engineer role for one of our premier clients. Job Title: Principal Mainframe Engineer Location: Hybrid - Atlanta, GA Position Type: Contract Only W2 Job Summary: Lead technical teams as a Principal Mainframe Engineer, leveraging deep expertise in FIS Core Banking Systems and mainframe technologies to deliver high-impact solutions. Drive project lifecycles, incident resolution, and continuous improvements in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities: Direct and oversee technical teams throughout full project lifecycles. Utilize expert-level knowledge of FIS Core Banking Systems (RM, GN, IM, AM, SC) for effective system management. Develop and implement COBOL, CICS, DB2, and JCL solutions following SDLC methodology. Analyze and resolve incidents with a proactive ownership approach. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across project portfolios. Facilitate clear communication between technical teams and business stakeholders. Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and peer reviews for team deliverables. Qualifications: Extensive knowledge of FIS Core Banking Systems (RM, GN, IM, AM, SC). Proficiency in COBOL, DB2, CICS, and JCL. Proven experience troubleshooting and resolving issues in relevant mainframe technologies. Ability to shift priorities quickly based on evolving business needs. Strong collaboration skills with diverse stakeholders. Excellent presentation skills for communicating findings and analyses clearly and concisely. Superior detail orientation and organizational abilities. Preferred Skills: Experience in hybrid/agile environments and stakeholder management. Familiarity with proactive incident management and SDLC best practices. Flexible work from home options available. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.