Sr. Mainframe Developer | 15+ Years | COBOL, DB2, CICS | Trenton, NJ (Hybrid)

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - 18 Month(s)

Skills

Business Rules
CICS
COBOL
GC
IBM
IBM DB2
IDMS
JCL
MVS
Mainframe
Migration
Scripting
Software Modernization
Stored Procedures
Usability Testing

Job Details

Title: Sr. Mainframe Developer | COBOL, DB2, CICS | Trenton, NJ (Hybrid)

Job Type: Contract (W2)
Work Authorization: All work-authorized candidates are encouraged to apply (including H1B, and USC)
Experience Level: 15+ Years
Start Date: Immediate

Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior Mainframe Developer with extensive experience in COBOL, CICS, and DB2 for a hybrid position based in Trenton, NJ. This is a hands-on technical role working on complex mainframe systems, conversions, and application modernization.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain COBOL/CICS/DB2 applications.

  • Perform analysis and documentation of business logic and rules.

  • Collaborate with users for system usability testing and acceptance.

  • Support migration and conversion efforts from IDMS to DB2/CICS.

  • Write and maintain stored procedures and JCL scripts.

Required Skills:

  • 15+ years experience in COBOL, CICS, DB2

  • Proficient in IBM OS/JCL (MVS) and DB2 Stored Procedures

  • Hands-on experience in IDMS to DB2 and IDMS/DC to CICS conversions

  • Strong understanding of APPC/LU 6.2 or MQ programming

  • Experience in business rule documentation and testing

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with mainframe modernization projects

  • Strong communication and documentation capabilities

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field

Additional Details:

  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

  • Open to candidates with valid work authorizations (e.g., H1B, USC).

  • Applicants not currently local should be willing to relocate.

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