Mainframe COBOL FIS Developer

Remote • Posted 3 hours ago • Updated 3 hours ago
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6 Months
Remote
$64 - $71/hr
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Skills

  • MAINFRAME
  • COBOL
  • DB2
  • CICS
  • JCL
  • BATCH
  • ASSEMBLY
  • CONCEPT 14
  • SERENA
  • CHANGEMAN
  • ZMF
  • SDLC
  • HP PPM

Summary

Mainframe COBOL FIS Developer
Fully REMOTE
Initial 6 month contract with extensions
Compensation: $64/hr-$71/hr

Basic Purpose: To support software development organizational initiatives by designing and implementing new, or modifying existing, systems/applications.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Identifies, analyzes, designs, and maintains cost-effective information technology solutions that align with business
initiatives and corporate strategies
  • Works with customers (business units) to identify business requirements (e.g., needs, objectives, functions,
features, input and output
  • Analyzes, defines, and documents requirements for data, workflow, logical processes, hardware, and operating systems environment, interfaces with other systems, internal and external controls, and output
  • Documents, diagrams, organizes, information for inclusion in database; developing input/output record layouts, or program views

2. Designs, develops, implements, and maintains systems with support from other ISD areas, team members, and
management
  • Codes programs, prepares test data, tests and debugs programs
  • Revises and refines programs to account for changes in functional system requirements and equipment
  • configurations
  • Troubleshoots and resolves operational problems/system requirements
  • Participates in testing and implementation of systems/applications

3. Provides on-going maintenance of systems/applications
  • Maintains and monitors systems/applications after implementation
  • Develops and maintains documentation describing program development, logic, coding, testing, changes, and corrections
  • Provides technical support to customers
  • Participates in training of peers and SQA staff in new or modified systems/applications

Additionally:
  • Works independently with moderate guidance from higher level staff or management
  • Assists in determining system requirements
  • Applies specific functional knowledge to analyze and resolve moderately complex problems
  • Designs, codes, debugs, and maintains moderately complex computer programs
  • Works on most phases of applications programming activities
  • Researches, identifies, and solves straightforward to moderately complex problems
  • Analyzes possible solutions using established procedures

Specific qualifications to this position include:
  • Minimum of 8 years' experience with COBOL, DB2, Command-Level CICS, JCL, Batch and TSO/ISPF
  • Hands on knowledge and support of Mainframe applications that use FIS Systematics core banking systems such as IMPACS(IM), Savings/Time(ST), Loans (ALS (AC(customer), AL (Loan), AM (Both)), Combined Statements (SC), Relationship Manager(RM)
  • Strong technical coding skills with a proven track record of adherence to process
  • Familiarity with SDLC - Software Development Life Cycle
  • Serena ChangeMan ZMF source packaging/management tool experience
  • Desired: Development experience with IBM Mainframe Assembly language, with heavy use of the Concept 14
  • macros set add-on product
  • Desired: Working knowledge of HP Project Portfolio Management (PPM)
  • Desired: Working knowledge of banking operations/processes and procedures

Unusual Working Conditions: May be required to work occasionally outside normal working hours. May be on call 24/7 to provide technical support.

QUALIFICATIONS -- KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Target:
  • Demonstrated experience in systems analysis & design, workflow or procedural analysis
  • Demonstrated experience in application development, including determining, developing, testing, and implementing system requirements and specifications
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize, plan, and organize tasks
  • Experience using established testing techniques
  • Demonstrated project leadership experience
  • Effective research, analytical, and problem solving skills
  • Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently, exercise initiative, and use good judgment
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Skill in using PCs including word processing, database, spreadsheet, and graphics software applications and a strong understanding of the systems development life cycle (SDLC)

Desired:
  • College degree in information technology, computer science or related field or equivalent experience

About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.
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  • Dice Id: 10228513
  • Position Id: 26-160032
  • Posted 3 hours ago

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About INSPYR Solutions

As a leading expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients’ business objectives and cultural needs. Our tailored offerings include a wide variety of professional services, project solutions, managed services, and talent resources, all bolstered by our strategic partnerships with cutting-edge technology services. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities.

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