We Are:A leading partner to the world’s major cloud providers, including AWS, Azure, and Google. The formation of Accenture Cloud First, with a $3 billion investment over three years, demonstrates our commitment to deliver greater value to our clients when they need it most and offers huge growth opportunities for you!Our Cloud First group of more than 70,000 cloud professionals delivers a full stack of integrated cloud capabilities across data, edge, integrated infrastructure and applications, deep ecosystem skills, culture of change along with a deep industry expertise to shape, move, build and operate our clients’ businesses in the cloud. To accelerate our customers transformation leveraging cloud, we combine world-class learning and talent development expertise; deep experience in cloud change management; and cloud-ready operating models with a commitment to responsible business by design — with security, data privacy, responsible use of artificial intelligence, sustainability and ethics and compliance built into the fundamental changes Accenture helps companies achieve.Position Overview:As the Accenture Mainframe to Modernization Senior Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading and driving transformation initiatives for our clients by modernizing their legacy mainframe systems. Leveraging your extensive experience in both mainframe technologies and modernization strategies, you will guide a team of professionals in delivering innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall business agility. This role requires a deep understanding of legacy mainframe systems, modernization approaches, and strong leadership skills to ensure successful project outcomes.The Work:Strategic Leadership: Define the strategic direction for mainframe modernization initiatives in collaboration with clients and internal stakeholders. Develop comprehensive roadmaps that outline the transformation journey and align with business objectives.Project Management: Lead a team of skilled professionals to execute mainframe modernization projects. Plan, coordinate, and monitor project activities, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong client relationships, understanding their business needs and challenges. Provide expert advice on mainframe modernization strategies, demonstrating a clear understanding of the benefits and potential risks.Solution Design: Collaborate with technical architects to design modernization solutions tailored to clients' specific requirements. Evaluate existing mainframe systems, identify opportunities for enhancement, and propose efficient migration strategies. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and challenges associated with mainframe modernization projects and develop mitigation plans. Ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements throughout the transformation process.Team Development: Mentor and develop a team of professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation. Provide guidance, coaching, and feedback to enhance individual and team performance.Stakeholder Communication: Communicate project progress, challenges, and solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Present complex concepts in a clear and understandable manner.Industry Trends: Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in mainframe modernization, emerging technologies, and best practices. Apply this knowledge to drive innovation and improvements in the modernization process.Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including technology architects, developers, quality assurance, and business analysts, to ensure seamless execution of modernization projects.Quality Assurance: Ensure that modernized systems meet high standards of quality, performance, and reliability. Implement testing and validation processes to validate successful migration and functionality.Basic Qualifications:Proven experience (minimum 8+ years) in mainframe technologies and modernization strategies.Strong leadership skills with a track record of leading successful transformation projects and managing teams.In-depth understanding of legacy mainframe systems and associated technologies.Experience with modernization techniques such as rehosting, reengineering, refactoring, or replatforming.Familiarity with cloud technologies / Service providers (AWS, Azure & GCP).Minimum of 3 years of Consulting experience with microservices architecture, and DevOps practices is advantageous.Experience working with Mainframe Migration and Modernization partners.Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. (If associate degree, must have minimum 6 years work experience).Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 25% to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.Statement zur Chancengleichheit Wir suchen Menschen mit eigenem Lebensentwurf und ungewöhnlichem Lebenslauf. Individuell statt uniform. Vielfalt statt Norm. Diversität ist unsere Stärke und eine wesentliche Komponente der Unternehmenskultur von Accenture. Wir fördern ein integratives und offenes Arbeitsumfeld, in dem sich jeder so zeigen kann, wie er ist. Bei Accenture ist jeder Bewerber willkommen: unabhängig von Herkunft, Nationalität, Glaube, Behinderung, Alter, Familienstand, Partnerschaftsstatus, sexueller Orientierung, Geschlecht und anderen gesetzlich geschützten Gründen.SummaryLocation: Berlin; Duesseldorf; Munich; CologneType: Full time