Mainframe Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Smithfield, RI that is seeking a Mainframe Engineer.

* Defining, developing, and leading an interactive team to implement scalable application solutions
* Mainframe application development, automation, and support, utilizing COBOL, CICS, DB2, JCL, VSAM, MQ-Series, and SQL
* Mainframe performance tuning and capacity planning, including ways to reduce I/Os, CPU Time, MSUs, and MIPs, using Strobe, iStrobe, and Platinum Detector
* Mainframe application development including: File format and comparison using File-AID; Version management using Endeavor; Debugging and unit testing using Intertest and Abend-AID; Job scheduling using Control-M

REQUIREMENTS:
* BS/BA or advanced degree, or equivalent experience preferred
* 8+ years of software development experience with large mainframe-based systems
* Solid hands-on development skills in mainframe languages and technologies (Cobol, CICS, VSAM, JCL, utilities, FileAid, Endevor, debuggers, schedulers, etc.)
* Proficiency with the DB2 database management system and database processing concepts
* Deploy and support software releases into production environments
* Strong knowledge of and experience with the overall testing process
* Ability to work with business partners to help define requirements and solutions
* Provide estimates and scoping for proposed projects
* Ability to perform detailed analysis for maintenance and enhancement projects, both batch and online
* Proven and strong interpersonal and organizational skills coupled with effective written communication skills
* Confidence to think and act strategically, share innovative insights, and offer creative solutions to deliver exceptional user experiences
* Embrace flexibility and shift focus to meet the most pressing customer/client needs
* You bring a growth mentality to work every day as you continue to learn new applications and technologies and are willing to share that knowledge with your fellow squad members
* Any knowledge or experience in distributed technologies, cloud computing, and/or Java programming is a plus
* Knowledge of native stored procedures is a plus

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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