Mainframe Developer

Texas City, TX, US • Posted 1 day ago • Updated 1 day ago
Contract W2
12 Months
No Travel Required
On-site
$60 - $65/hr
Fitment

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Job Details

Skills

  • IBM DB2
  • Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Database
  • Database Performance Tuning
  • Analytical Skill
  • Banking
  • Batch Processing
  • CICS
  • Release Management
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • SQL
  • Scheduling
  • Software Modernization
  • Performance Tuning
  • Problem Solving
  • Production Support
  • Quality Assurance
  • Incident Management
  • Insurance
  • Integration Testing
  • JCL
  • Mainframe
  • COBOL
  • Changeman
  • Debugging
  • Endevor
  • Financial Services
  • VSAM
  • Version Control
  • ISPF
  • Specification Gathering
  • TSO
  • Technical Writing
  • Unit Testing

Summary

Job Title: Mainframe Developer

Experience: 10+ Years
Job Type: W2 Contract

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Mainframe Developer with 10+ years of experience in designing, developing, maintaining, and supporting enterprise mainframe applications. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS, and mainframe batch processing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS.

  • Develop and optimize batch jobs, online transactions, and application programs.

  • Write complex SQL queries and perform database operations using DB2.

  • Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical specifications.

  • Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement permanent fixes.

  • Perform unit testing, integration testing, debugging, and code reviews.

  • Support application enhancements, system upgrades, and legacy modernization initiatives.

  • Collaborate with business analysts, QA teams, architects, and cross-functional development teams.

  • Prepare technical documentation and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.

Required Skills

  • 10+ years of experience in mainframe development.

  • Strong hands-on experience with COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS.

  • Experience with VSAM, TSO/ISPF, and mainframe utilities.

  • Knowledge of mainframe batch processing, scheduling, and production support.

  • Experience with SQL queries, database performance tuning, and debugging.

  • Familiarity with tools such as Endevor, Changeman, or equivalent version-control and release-management tools.

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

  • Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a team.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in banking, financial services, insurance, or other enterprise domains.

  • Knowledge of mainframe application modernization and integration with distributed systems.

  • Experience with performance optimization, incident management, and production deployments.

 

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  • Dice Id: 10477291
  • Position Id: 9116864
  • Posted 1 day ago
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