Location(s)

• Posting Location: Cary, North Carolina

• Posting Location: Tampa, Florida

City/Cities

Cary, Tampa

Region/States

Florida, North Carolina

Country

United States

Working Schedule

Full-Time

Work Arrangement

Hybrid

Travel Required

10%

Relocation Assistance Available

No

Posted Date

02-Apr-2026

Job ID

16532

Description and Requirements

Role Value Proposition:

Met Life is seeking a highly skilled and forward-thinking Lead Mainframe Site Reliability Engineer to join our dynamic Integration Technology team. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise to bridge the gap between the reliability of legacy systems and the demands of future-ready solutions, driving the modernization and optimization of our mainframe platforms.

In this leadership position, you will be responsible for architecting, designing, and directing the modernization and optimization of Met Life's mainframe systems to ensure they are reliable, scalable, and fully aligned with our evolving business goals. The ideal candidate will bring extensive expertise in mainframe technologies, a strategic vision for IT transformation, and a proven history of successfully leading complex, enterprise-wide mainframe modernization projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of mainframe solutions that support Met Life's business goals and technology strategy.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to mainframe development, operations, and modernization teams.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, application developers, and infrastructure teams to identify requirements and deliver innovative, cost-effective mainframe solutions.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and methodologies to drive continuous improvement and modernization of mainframe platforms.
• Establish and enforce best practices, standards, and architectural governance for mainframe environments.
• Develop and maintain architectural documentation, roadmaps, and blueprints for mainframe systems.
• Ensure high availability, security, and performance of mainframe applications and infrastructure.
• Mentor and coach technical staff, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
• Partner with enterprise architects and other technology leaders to define and implement enterprise-wide technology strategies.

Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills:

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or related field experience.
• 8+ years of experience in mainframe engineering, with at least 3 to 5+ years in a lead or architect role.
• Expertise in IBM z/OS, COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, IMS, and related mainframe technologies.
• Demonstrated experience with mainframe modernization, integration, and migration projects.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical, strategic thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.

Preferred:

• Experience with cloud integration, DevOps, and automation in mainframe environments. (z Linux, Ansible, Python, etc.)
• Knowledge of hybrid IT architectures and emerging technology trends.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., IBM Certified System Architect, TOGAF).
• Experience in the insurance or financial services industry.

At Met Life, we’re leading the global transformation of an industry we’ve long defined. United in purpose, diverse in perspective, we’re dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our customers.

Location Expectation: This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office.

The expected salary range for this position is $110,000 - $150,000. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.

Benefits We Offer

Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by Met Life and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!

About Met Life:

Recognized
on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies",
Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces™, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies
to Work For®, Met Life, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the
world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities,
employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional
customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions
in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Our purpose
is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at
large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core
values

• Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and
  Think Ahead - we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial
  services. At Met Life, it’s #All Together Possible. Join us!

Met Life is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”).
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.

Met Life maintains a drug-free workplace.

$110,000 - $150,000

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