We are seeking a highly capable Technical Lead – PD Tools (APA) to join a Program Delivery team. The PD Tools Technical Lead engagement is based on a Time and Material, Staff Augmentation model, and within the time constraints of the SOW. The successful candidate will be working closely with the Program Manager.This role is one of the key members of the Program Delivery team. PD Tools Technical Lead is responsible for leading technical requirements validation, solution design development, providing technical direction on conversion and deployment execution, providing input on testing, and delivering training on IBM Tools. This is initially a 3-6-month contract. Remote working is supported, from any Australian state, with occasional travel to Canberra as/if requiredPlease note, to apply applicants must have the following:All candidates must be an Australian Citizen and must have a minimum of Baseline Clearance,The requisite skills and experience defined below,
andAt least 3 years of local experience in the capacity of a in leading the implementation of IBM APA for z/OS teamsKey ResponsibilitiesReview client's use casesHold technical requirements validation for planning ISV replacement and implementing the IBM APA for z/OS (replacing CA/Broadcom Mainframe Application Tuner (MAT)Solution Design developmentProvide guidance on installation, configuration, conversion and testing approachRisk and Compliance ManagementInput into the Implementation Plan, focus on the Production cut-over (impact to people, process and technology)Post-Implementation ReviewReporting and MetricsMandatory skillsSkills and experience in leading the implementation of IBM APA for z/OSUnderstanding of the subsystemsDB2CICSIMSThorough understanding of CA/Broadcom Mainframe Application Tuner (MAT)Provide guidance and technical direction on data collection and integration requirementsProvide targeted training and knowledge transferSkills and experience using Jira and ServiceNowPreferred skillsExperience with IBM Z software productsMicrosoft Office (Word, PPT) certificationExperience doing application development on IBM Z, including programming languages like Cobol or PL/1 is a plusNotes:Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Your daily rate will depend on skills and experience.Can be based in any Australian States and remote working with occasional travel to Canberra.Start date is As soon as possible, October 2026.#J-18808-Ljbffr