Mainframe & COBOL Manager

Overview

On Site
USD 105,000.00 - 117,000.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Team Leadership
Organizational Skills
Coaching
Project Management
Training And Development
Collaboration
COBOL
JCL
VSAM
Leadership
Team Management
Communication
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Agile
Waterfall
Mentorship
Mainframe
Finance
Accounting
Marketing
Legal
Customer Support
Online Training
Artificial Intelligence
Insurance
.NET

Job Details

Description

Mainframe / COBOL Team Lead

Providence, RI | Hybrid (Onsite 2 days/week)

Full-Time | Leadership + Hands-On Role

About the Role

Are you a seasoned Mainframe expert who loves leading teams and solving complex technical challenges? We're looking for a Mainframe Team Lead to guide a dynamic group of developers responsible for all Mainframe systems-including COBOL and JCL-while staying hands-on with critical projects.

This role is 70% leadership and 30% technical, perfect for someone who thrives on mentoring, organizing, and driving results while still rolling up their sleeves when needed.

What You'll Do
  • Lead & Mentor: Provide direction, coaching, and technical guidance to a team of junior Mainframe developers.
  • Project Management: Organize and prioritize tasks, ensuring projects are delivered on time and aligned with business goals.
  • Technical Expertise: Act as the go-to resource for complex Mainframe issues and hands-on development in COBOL and JCL.
  • Training & Development: Upskill team members and foster a culture of learning and collaboration.


Requirements

What We're Looking For
  • 7+ years of Mainframe development experience (COBOL, JCL, VSAM).
  • Proven leadership or team management experience.
  • Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
  • Ability to mentor and train junior developers.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Bonus Points:
  • Experience with Mainframe modernization projects.
  • Familiarity with Agile or Waterfall methodologies.

Why Join Us?
  • Lead a critical team supporting enterprise-level Mainframe systems.
  • Shape processes and mentor the next generation of Mainframe talent.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Hybrid flexibility:Onsite in Providence, RI 2 days/week.


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