Senior Mainframe Developer (COBOL/DB2/VSAM) Canada (Remote/Hybrid)

Hybrid in Toronto, ON, CA • Posted 2 hours ago • Updated 2 hours ago

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Job Details

Skills

COBOL
JCL
Mainframe
SQL
CICS
VSAM

Summary

We are seeking a Senior Mainframe Developer with 7 10+ years of hands-on experience in developing and supporting enterprise mainframe applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in COBOL, DB2, and VSAM, with experience in batch and online/transaction processing environments. This is a 6-month contract (possible extension) based in Canada (Remote/Hybrid options available) starting 02-Feb-2025.

Job Description: Senior Mainframe Developer

Job Title: Senior Mainframe Developer
Location: Canada (Remote/Hybrid options available)
Contract Duration: 6 Months (possible extension)
Start Date: 02-Feb-2025

About the Role

As a Senior Mainframe Developer, you will design, develop, test, and maintain critical mainframe applications supporting large-scale enterprise systems. You will collaborate with business and technical teams to deliver stable, high-performing solutions and support modernization initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL, DB2, and VSAM
Convert business requirements into scalable and efficient technical solutions
Perform DB2 performance tuning, query optimization, and access path analysis
Work on both batch processing and online transaction processing
Partner with Business Analysts, QA, and development teams to ensure on-time delivery
Provide production support, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis
Maintain technical documentation including program logic, changes, and workflows
Participate in code reviews, enforce coding standards, and ensure best practices
Support mainframe modernization, migration, and integration initiatives

Required Skills & Qualifications

7 10+ years of mainframe development experience
Strong expertise in COBOL, DB2, and VSAM
Good understanding of JCL, CICS, and IMS (IMS preferred, not mandatory)
Experience in batch and transaction processing systems
Strong skills in SQL, DB2 database design, and performance tuning
Experience with mainframe utilities: IDCAMS, SORT, File-Aid, Expeditor
Understanding of SDLC and Agile methodologies
Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication and collaboration skills

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Dice Id: 10405949
Position Id: 8864567
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