Job#: 3029810 Job Description: Automation Engineer
Location: Columbus, OH (Hybrid)
Additional Locations: Minneapolis, MN; Charlotte, NC
Pay Rate: $53.00/hour - $56/hour
Employment Type: 12 Months Contract
Role Overview
This role will support a technology team's transformation project, focusing on updating legacy technology by converting manual processes to automated ones. The Automation Engineer will supplement the efforts of core team members by developing and implementing automated features.
Key Responsibilities
- Consult on and participate in moderately complex initiatives within Software Engineering.
- Analyze user and business requirements and translate them into technical design specifications.
- Develop and debug automation solutions, with hands-on experience in CA7 scheduler job automation.
- Work with Hogan mainframe systems, including CIS, Umbrella, and Deposits.
- Create JCLs and utilize COBOL, REXX, and SORT utilities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including analysts, testers, and operations, throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, bugs, and production incidents.
- Work with DB2, IMS, and SQL.
Required Qualifications
Experience: 4+ years of Software Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work or consulting experience, training, military experience, or education.
Technical Skills:- Hands-on experience with CA7 scheduler job automation and independent debugging.
- Working experience with Hogan mainframe systems (CIS, Umbrella, Deposits).
- Proficiency in creating JCLs and using COBOL.
- Experience with REXX and SORT utilities.
- Knowledge of DB2, IMS, and SQL.
Preferred Qualifications
- IT Project Management experience or skills.
- Ability to work effectively at an enterprise level.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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