Mainframe Developer - Bridgeport, PA (Onsite)

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 6 month(s)
No Travel Required

Skills

DB2
Testing
Mainframe
COBOL
JCL
CICS
Control-M
batch processing
job scheduling

Job Details

Job Title: Mainframe Developer / Systems Analyst Onshore Lead
Location: Bridgeport, PA (Onsite)

Duration: Long-term / Full-time Opportunity
Experience: 8+ Years

Job Summary:

We are looking for a seasoned Mainframe Developer / Systems Analyst with 8+ years of experience to lead onshore technical efforts for enterprise-level mainframe applications. This role requires deep expertise in COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS, along with strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills. The ideal candidate will serve as a technical anchor, working closely with offshore teams, business stakeholders, and IT leadership to deliver reliable, scalable, and maintainable solutions for mission-critical systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of mainframe solutions using COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS.
  • Work with business analysts and stakeholders to understand functional requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
  • Perform detailed code reviews, unit testing, and performance tuning to ensure software quality and reliability.
  • Provide L2/L3 production support, troubleshoot issues, and ensure timely resolution of incidents and service requests.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate mainframe applications with distributed/cloud systems.
  • Act as an onshore point of contact coordinating with offshore teams for seamless project delivery.
  • Document system designs, procedures, and standards to support operational continuity and team knowledge sharing.
  • Participate in system upgrades, patching activities, and platform modernization initiatives.
  • Drive process improvements, automation efforts, and adherence to best practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • 8+ years of hands-on experience in mainframe application development and support.
  • Expert-level proficiency in COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS, and VSAM.
  • Experience with batch processing, online transaction processing (OLTP), and file handling.
  • Familiarity with job scheduling tools such as Control-M, CA-7, or equivalent.
  • Strong debugging and problem-solving skills using tools like XPEDITER, File-AID, etc.
  • Solid understanding of SDLC, ITIL practices, and software documentation standards.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; capable of leading discussions with both business and technical stakeholders.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Agile methodologies, Scrum practices, and sprint planning.
  • Knowledge of mainframe version control tools like Endevor, Panvalet, or Git.
  • Exposure to mainframe modernization efforts or integration with cloud-based platforms.
  • Domain knowledge in banking, insurance, or healthcare sectors.
  • Relevant certifications in mainframe technologies, ITIL, or enterprise development frameworks.

Best Regards,

Vishal

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