Lead legacy modernization and support critical mainframe database environments
The Role
As a Lead Database Administrator - Supra, you will lead the legacy modernization team, focusing on the management and optimization of Supra databases within IBM mainframe environments. This is a hybrid role requiring four days per week in the Toronto office, working closely with application and infrastructure teams to ensure performance, stability, and scalability.
What You’ll Do
- Install, configure, and maintain Supra databases on IBM mainframe systems
- Monitor and optimize database performance, including capacity planning
- Manage backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes
- Oversee database security, access controls, and compliance requirements
- Provide technical support and guidance to application teams using Supra
What We’re Looking For
- 10+ years of experience in Database Administration
- Strong expertise in Supra, IBM z/OS, COBOL, JCL, and CICS
- Experience supporting legacy systems and modernization initiatives
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
- Ability to manage priorities and deliver in a fast-paced environment
Bonus Points For
- Experience leading or mentoring DBA teams
- Exposure to modernization or migration programs
- Familiarity with financial services environments
- Knowledge of automation or scripting within mainframe environments
- Relevant certifications in database or mainframe technologies
We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Coverage – 100% company-paid health, life, and disability insurance effective from Day 1 of employment
- Retirement Savings Program – Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with the option of employer matching contributions
- Virtual Health Care – Company-paid program for employees and their dependents/partners
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) – Support services for employees and their dependents/partners
- Parental Leave Top-Up – Enhanced parental leave benefits from Day 1
- Wellness Support – Fitness reimbursement to promote well-being
- Business Coach from Day 1 – Personalized coaching to support career growth
Why Join Capco
- Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions
- Work in a collaborative, flat, and <span >entrepreneurial</span> consulting culture
- Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications
- Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services
- Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.
Use of Artificial Intelligence in Talent Acquisition
At Capco, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support and enhance several parts of talent acquisition. This includes using AI-enabled features within LinkedIn to help source potential candidates, speeding up routine recruitment communications such as emails and creating compelling and brand-aligned job postings that accurately reflect role requirements, and AI-scheduling applications to improve the efficiency of interview coordination.
AI is used as a support tool only. All hiring decisions are made by talent acquisition and hiring teams.
Why This Role Is Open
We are currently hiring for this role due to an existing or newly created vacancy within our organization. This position is open as part of our ongoing business needs, and we are actively reviewing applications to fill this role with a qualified candidate who can make an immediate impact.
Inclusion at Capco
We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.
Pay Transparency
The salary range for this position is listed below. Additionally, this position may also be eligible to receive an annual discretionary/variable bonus payment.
Capco is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation to our people. Our compensation policies and salary ranges are designed to allow our people to progress through the salary range as they demonstrate strong performance and develop in their role over time. The base pay offered to selected candidates will be within the salary range and the placement will vary based upon a variety of factors, including, but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity.
What the Team is Saying
Capco Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, vision, EAP and fitness support are described as solid, reinforced by a global wellbeing program with mental‑health resources and financial‑wellness content.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Vacation & Paid Time Off and Sick Leave are characterized as strong, with flexible, hybrid working and family‑friendly policies also highlighted.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is presented as a strong point alongside adoption, fertility and childcare benefits, with exact terms varying by country and role.
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What We Do
Capco, a Wipro company, is a global management and technology consultancy specializing in driving transformation in the energy and financial services industries. Capco operates at the intersection of business and technology by combining innovative thinking with unrivalled industry knowledge to fast-track digital initiatives for banking and payments, capital markets, wealth and asset management, insurance, and the energy sector. Capco’s cutting edge ingenuity is brought to life through its award-winning Be Yourself At Work culture and diverse talent. TRUSTED ADVISORS - Our collaborative and entrepreneurial approach position us as trusted long-term partners to our clients. DEEP EXPERTISE - Clients look to us for clear guidance, proven expertise, and the support they need to set their companies up for success. DISRUPTIVE SOLUTIONS- We do not provide off -the-shelf answers to clients’ challenges. Instead, we work in close collaboration to understand the issues, and craft disruptive, bespoke solutions. ACCOUNTABILITY AND OWNERSHIP - We recognize every client has distinct needs and expectations, and we take ownership and accountability for the solutions we design, build, and deliver.
Why Work With Us
We support and encourage an inclusive culture, entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. Capco is not about organizational charts and rigid hierarchies – we want all employees to feel that Capco is their firm to own and run. We believe diversity powers innovation. Be Yourself At Work (#BYAW) is an integral and underlying part of our culture
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