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Vaibhava Gupta

Mainframe Modernization Architect
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Vaibhava Gupta

Summary

Dynamic Mainframe Modernization Architect with over 17 years of experience in the banking and insurance sectors, specializing in migration, batch optimization, and enterprise transformation. Proven leader of cross-functional teams delivering innovative and scalable modernization solutions that enhance operational efficiency. Expertise in aligning technology strategies with business goals to drive impactful change and foster growth.

Overview

18
years of professional experience
4
Certifications

Work History

Infosys Ltd.

Mainframe Application Architect (Application SME)
05.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for mainframe-based core banking applications, ensuring stability and performance.
  • Driving change management initiatives to maintain project relevance, and reduce resistance to new implementations.
  • Consulting on mainframe modernization strategies to enhance system agility and long-term scalability.
  • Enhanced application functionality by designing and implementing cloud-based architecture solutions.
  • Acting as an anchor for multiple RFPs within the business unit, contributing to strategic planning and solution design focused on mainframe modernization and enterprise-wide transformation.

Tata Consultancy Services Ltd.

Mainframe SME / Environment Manager
08.2015 - 05.2022

Job overview

  • Executed proof of concepts (POCs) for key mainframe tools such as IBM Migration Utility (IMU), Stonebranch, ISPW, and Topaz to evaluate modernization potential and tool effectiveness.
  • Served as a key technical contributor in a mainframe migration project, leading the transition from legacy tools to cost-effective alternatives, and executing multiple proofs of concept (POCs) to evaluate modernization solutions.
  • Drove cross-functional collaboration with Testing, Application Platforms, Defect Management, Environment, Client Management, and Infrastructure teams to ensure smooth execution and issue resolution.
  • Led migration from legacy tools like Endevor to ISPW, CA7 to Stonebranch, and Esytrive to COBOL conversion, etc. Reducing licensing costs by 30%.
  • Mentored junior team members, contributing to their professional growth and development.

NatWest Group

Software Designer / Mainframe SME
04.2010 - 08.2015

Job overview

  • Partnered with business and platform SMEs to gather requirements, define scope, and align solutions with functional objectives.
  • Authored Functional and Application Design documents; developed, tested, and deployed new and enhanced modules.
  • Led end-to-end delivery of technical components, from design and development, through testing and implementation.
  • Oversaw production deployments, and provided post-implementation warranty support and issue resolution.
  • Collaborated across business units—including Application Platforms, Testing, Client Management, and Infrastructure teams—throughout the SDLC to ensure seamless execution.

OPTUM Global Solutions (formerly United Health Group)

Mainframe Developer
05.2008 - 04.2010

Job overview

  • Delivered high-quality solutions to internal clients, ensuring alignment with functional requirements, and timelines.
  • Developed modules for a newly designed claims system using COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, and VSAM.
  • Identified, diagnosed, and resolved defects across multiple testing phases to ensure application stability.
  • Prepared detailed technical documentation and project artifacts to support development and knowledge transfer.
  • Assisted in production implementation activities, providing support during pre- and post-deployment phases.
  • Designed and developed robust COBOL programs, resulting in improved operational productivity.

Education

Institute of Management Technology [IMT CDL, Ghaziabad]
Ghaziabad

Post Graduate Program in Management (MBA) from Systems
04.2001

University Overview

Hindustan College of Science And Technology (UPTU)
Mathura

B-Tech from Electronics And Instrumentation
04.2001

University Overview

Skills

Operating Systems: Z/OS, OS/390

Programming Languages: COBOL, JCL, SQL, CICS, CICS – Web Service, Easytrieve etcDatabase: DB2, VSAM, IMSH/W Platform: IBM MainframesTools: XPEDITOR, ISPF, SPUFI, ENDEVOR, FILE-AID, SDF 2, CA7, OPC, XPTR, TRMS, DB2 ADM, Stonebranch, Dovetail, IBM Migration Utility (IMU), Connect:Direct (NDM), ISPW, TOPAZ etcAgile Tools: Confluence, Rally, Service Now, JIRADigital Technology: Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Project Management: Agile project management, Team leadership

Certification

AWS Practitioner Certificate

Interests

I'm a fitness enthusiast and half‑marathon runner, which keeps me focused, disciplined, and energized for professional challenges

Timeline

Mainframe Application Architect (Application SME)
Infosys Ltd.
05.2022 - Current
Mainframe SME / Environment Manager
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd.
08.2015 - 05.2022
Software Designer / Mainframe SME
NatWest Group
04.2010 - 08.2015
Mainframe Developer
OPTUM Global Solutions (formerly United Health Group)
05.2008 - 04.2010
Institute of Management Technology [IMT CDL, Ghaziabad]
Post Graduate Program in Management (MBA) from Systems
04.2001
Hindustan College of Science And Technology (UPTU)
B-Tech from Electronics And Instrumentation
04.2001
Vaibhava GuptaMainframe Modernization Architect