Nava · 2 hours ago
Principal Software Engineer (Mainframe Modernization)
United States
Contract
Remote
Lead/Staff
$153K/yr - $171K/yrNava is a consultancy and public benefit corporation working to make government services simple and effective. In this role, you will lead technical innovation efforts to transform legacy systems into modern, scalable solutions while coordinating across teams to ensure that solutions meet business needs and technical standards.
AppsCloud Data ServicesComputerGovernmentGovTechSoftwareWeb Development
No H1B
Responsibilities
Productize new technologies to provide innovative solutions that facilitate modernization of legacy systems
Create playbooks and training for Nava engineering to train up on Nava capabilities
Develop demo applications showcasing the capabilities of these solutions
Work with project teams to deploy capabilities within their projects and iterate based on their feedback
Ensure that modernized systems solve legacy system pain points
Coordinate with government partners, subject matter experts, and Nava's project teams to capture critical business rules and constraints
Facilitate interdisciplinary coordination across teams to unlock dependencies and ensure successful application of new technologies across modernization efforts
Qualification
Required
Proven experience leading end-to-end modernization efforts, including transitioning from legacy systems (e.g., mainframes, monoliths) to modern architectures (e.g., microservices, cloud-native)
Strong architectural skills with the ability to design scalable, maintainable and secure systems
Advanced proficiency in mainframe programming languages, technologies, and implementation patterns (e.g., COBOL, JCL, QSAM, VSAM)
Advanced proficiency in modern programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Java, Python, Node.js, or equivalent)
Experience with legacy system integration, interface development, and data migration strategies
Familiarity with APIs, messaging systems, and event-driven architecture
Strong understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code, and automated testing
Legal authorization to work in the United States
Ability to meet any other requirements for government contracts for which candidates are hired
Work authorization that doesn't require visa sponsorship, now or in the future
May be subject to a government background check or security clearance, depending on the contract
Preferred
Familiarity with modern LLM technologies
Experience with various data synchronization patterns and technologies used with mainframe systems (e.g., DB2, IBM API Connect, Change Data Capture)
Benefits
Health coverage — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to support your overall health needs
Insurance coverage — Nava provides disability, life, and accidental death insurance at no cost
Time off — vacation, holidays (including Juneteenth), and floating holidays to rest and recharge
Company holidays — enjoy 12 paid federal holidays each year on top of your regular PTO
Annual bonus — when Nava meets its goals, eligible employees receive a performance-based annual bonus
Parental leave — paid time off for new parents, plus weekly meals delivered to your home
Wellness program — full platform offering physical, mental, & emotional health resources & support tools
Virtual care — see doctors online with no copay through UnitedHealthcare’s virtual visit program
Sabbatical leave — earn extended unpaid leave after continuous service for personal growth or rest
401(k) match — Nava matches 4% of your salary to support your retirement savings plan
Flexible work — remote-first environment with flexibility built around your schedule and responsibilities
Home office setup — company laptop & setup assistance provided via Staples for remote work needs
Utility support — monthly reimbursement to help offset eligible home office utility expenses
Learning opportunities — internal training programs and resources to help grow your professional skills
Development opportunities — LinkedIn Learning access & an annual allowance for courses, tuition, & certs
Referral bonus — get rewarded when you refer great people who join the Nava team
Commuter benefits — pre-tax commuter programs to support in-office travel when applicable
Supportive culture — A collaborative and remote-friendly team environment where people genuinely care
Company
Nava
Nava is a consultancy and public benefit corporation that makes government services simple, effective, and accessible to all.
Founded in 2015
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rohan Bhobe
CEO and Co-founder
Senongo Akpem
VP of Design
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