Mainframe developer

Must skills:

• experience as a Mainframe Developer with expertise in COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS, and VSAM.
• mainframe environment, tools, and utilities (e.g., TSO/ISPF, Abend-Aid, File-Aid).
• Experience in agile development practices.
• Exposure to cloud-based solutions for mainframe modernization
• mainframe technologies, including IBM z/OS, CICS, and IMS.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance mainframe applications and systems.
• Write and test COBOL programs, JCL (Job Control Language) scripts, and other mainframe-related programming languages.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve any issues or performance problems in the mainframe systems.
• Collaborate with business analysts and other developers to design and implement new features and enhancements.
• Ensure that all applications meet business requirements and are delivered on time.
• Perform unit testing and support system integration testing and user acceptance testing.
• Optimize mainframe code for improved performance and scalability.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Participate in code reviews and follow best practices in coding and documentation.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Mainframe Developer with expertise in COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS, and VSAM.
• Strong knowledge of mainframe environment, tools, and utilities (e.g., TSO/ISPF, Abend-Aid, File-Aid).
• Experience with batch processing, online transaction processing (OLTP), and integration with other systems.
• Familiarity with relational databases (especially DB2) and SQL.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly analyze and troubleshoot issues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills to interact with business analysts, testers, and other developers.