Mainframe Developer

Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development and a passion for creating innovative solutions. This role involves designing, coding, testing, and maintaining applications while ensuring high performance and responsiveness. The Developer will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver robust software solutions that meet our clients' needs.

Required Experience

5+ years of hands-on experience with COBOL programming on IBM z/OS.

Proficiency in JCL, VSAM, DB2, IMS, and CICS.

Experience in mainframe migration projects or modernization initiatives is preferred.

Familiarity with mainframe communication tools such as CICS and mainframe security protocols, including RACF.

Technical Skills

Must be proficient in JCL, COBOL, VSAM, and CICS.

Strong knowledge of batch processing and online transaction processing.

Must have experience with IBM utilities, TSO/ISPF, and Abend-AID.

Experience with Control-D, Control-M, File-AID

Knowledge of best practices in mainframe migration planning, including risk assessment and resource management.

Soft Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Effective verbal and written communication skills, especially for collaborating on mainframe integration with Java developers and migration planning.

Ability to work independently and in a team environment with a focus on quality and attention to detail.

Preferred:

Experience with DevOps practices on mainframes, including tools like Jenkins and Git.

Prior experience with performance tuning on mainframe systems

Prior experience with ServiceNowPrior experience with performance tuning on mainframe systems and Java applications.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $99,380.00 - $104,002.00 per year

Compensation Package:

• 1099 contract

Work Location: Remote