Mainframe Developer with COBOL, JCL (Healthcare)

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer to design, develop, maintain, and support enterprise mainframe applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in COBOL and IBM z/OS environments and will work closely with business and technical teams to deliver reliable, high-performance systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain mainframe applications
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Write and modify programs using COBOL, JCL, and DB2
• Perform batch and online processing (CICS)
• Debug and resolve production issues, including performance tuning
• Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards
• Support system upgrades, migrations, and enhancements
• Collaborate with QA, business analysts, and operations teams
• Prepare technical documentation and system specifications

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Strong experience with COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS
• Hands-on experience with IBM z/OS
• Knowledge of VSAM, IMS (optional but preferred)
• Familiarity with mainframe debugging and performance tuning tools
• Understanding of SDLC and agile/waterfall methodologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with mainframe modernization or migration projects
• Exposure to distributed systems or APIs
• Banking, insurance, or financial domain experience
• Knowledge of tools like Endevor, Changeman, File-Aid, Abend-Aid