Overview
Skills
Job Details
Title: Mainframe Lead Developer
Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Hybrid job)
Key responsibilities
Application development Design code and test new applications for mainframe systems
Maintenance and upgrades Update maintain and modify existing applications to ensure they continue to meet business requirements
Troubleshooting and debugging Analyze and fix bugs and issues within mainframe software to ensure optimal performance
Collaboration Work with other developers IT teams and business analysts to implement and support projects
Documentation Create and maintain technical documentation and user manuals
System analysis Evaluate and recommend changes to the mainframe system sometimes involving cost effective project proposals
Key skills and languages
Programming languages: COBOL JCL
Databases: DB2 VSAM
Technical skills Understanding of batch processing online transaction processing OLTP and capacity management is crucial
Soft skills Strong communication attention to detail data analysis and problem solving skills are essential