Mainframe Software Engineer (COBOL/CICS)

Overview

Hybrid
$51
Contract - W2
Contract - 6 Month(s)
No Travel Required

Skills

COBOL
JCL
VSAM
IBM DB2
Xpediter
CICS
Application Development
Panvalet
Systems Analysis/design
CA-7

Job Details

Job Profile

Job Title: Mainframe Software Engineer (COBOL/CICS)

Location: Buffalo, NY

Hire Type : Contingent

Hourly: $51.00

Work Model: Hybrid

 

No C2C, C2H, 1099 or Visa Sponsorship Available

 

Nature & Scope:

Positional Overview Are you a talented Mainframe Software Engineer looking to join an innovative and dynamic team? Look no further! We are excited to announce an exceptional opportunity at our client s company for a skilled Software Engineer who is passionate about cutting-edge technologies and enjoys tackling complex challenges. As part of their team, you will have the chance to work on impactful projects that push the boundaries of technology and make a real difference. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where creativity and innovation thrive. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to exciting projects, apply today and be part of their forward-thinking team!

 

Role & Responsibility:

Tasks That Will Lead To Your Success

  • Complete and oversee basic to complex systems analysis, design and development. Play a key role as an individual contributor on complex projects.
  • Maintain an excellent functional understanding of the supported application(s).
  • Direct and monitor less experienced resources and coordinate development tasks on small to large scope projects.
  • Prepare and manage the technical component of project plans.
  • Participate with other Development, operations and Technology staff in overall systems development direction from technical analysis to user acceptance testing.
  • Prepare and review test data and execute detailed test plans. Complete any required debugging.
  • Evaluate and understand complex interrelationships and effects among programs, interfacing applications and platforms. Provide highly analytical consulting and leadership in identifying and implementing new uses of information technologies to assist business units in meeting strategic objectives.
  • Prepare thorough, clear technical and functional specifications and update systems documentation.
  • Prepare charts, tables and diagrams to assist in analyzing problems. Review documentation prepared by less experienced staff.
  • Prepare and review assessments to include required tasks, estimated time frames and effort for any scope project.
  • Maintain efficient operation and effectiveness of supported applications.
    Recommend new technology, policies or processes to benefit the organization and improve deficiencies. May lead or participate in technical evaluations of vendor software.
  • Follow and promote use of development standards and procedures.
  • Maintain a good understanding of the business being supported and its functions, processes, operations and strategic direction.

 

Skills & Experience:

Qualifications That Will Help You Thrive

  • Minimum of an Associates degree and 5 years systems analysis/application development experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 7 years
  • Higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 5 years systems analysis/application development experience.
  • Must have extensive experience with COBOL, JCL, VSAM, DB2, CICS
  • Experience with File Aid, Panvalet, CA7, Xpediter highly preferred
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