Senior Mainframe Developer

Overview

Remote
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2

Skills

Analytical Skill
Backup
Batch Processing
CICS
COBOL
Collaboration
Communication
Configuration Management
Conflict Resolution
Connect:Direct
Data Integrity
Documentation
GAAP
High Availability
IT Operations
JCL
Mainframe
Optimization
Performance Tuning
Problem Solving
Reporting
Research
SFTP
Software Design
Test Plans
VSAM

Job Details

Job Title: Senior Mainframe COBOL, CICS Application Developer
Location: Remote
Work authorization:

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze system and business requirements to develop effective technical solutions.
  • Design and document specifications for COBOL, CICS, JCL, and VSAM-based applications.
  • Develop and maintain COBOL/CICS applications to support transaction processing.
  • Ensure high availability and responsiveness in mainframe environments.
  • Write, test, and deploy JCL modules and COBOL programs for batch and online processing.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues across existing mainframe applications.
  • Monitor system performance, identify inefficiencies, and implement enhancements.
  • Maintain and upgrade SFTP connection credentials and connectivity.
  • Create and execute test plans to validate application functionality and data integrity.
  • Maintain accurate system and operational documentation, including user manuals and runbooks.
  • Collaborate with business and technical teams to meet project goals and timelines.
  • Ensure development practices align with DCIA standards and regulatory guidelines.

Specific Duties:

  • Execute and refresh development/acceptance environments weekly.
  • Test system upgrades and SFTP/connect direct connections.
  • Perform DCAMS configuration management and release tasks.
  • Support nightly batch job verification and daily processing report generation.
  • Provide ad-hoc and backup support for analysts and system functions.
  • Research technical issues and support analytical problem-solving.

Qualifications Required:

  • 7+ years of experience in mainframe development using COBOL, CICS, JCL, and VSAM.
  • Strong understanding of mainframe transaction and batch processing.
  • Experience with GAAP as applied to federal loan/debt programs (e.g., HUD Title I).
  • Proficiency in performance tuning and problem diagnosis on mainframe systems.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.
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