Mainframe Developer (COBOL & Modernization)
Ampcus Inc
Wilmington, United States of America
9 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
EnglishJob location
Wilmington, United States of America
Tech stack
Java
.NET
API
Business Logic
Architectural Patterns
Customer Information Control System (CICS)
Cloud Computing
COBOL
Code Review
IBM DB2
DevOps
Job Control Language (JCL)
Mainframes
Performance Tuning
Systems Architecture
Z/OS
Reliability of Systems
Microservices
Job description
We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer with strong expertise in COBOL programming and exposure to modernization initiatives. This role involves maintaining and enhancing legacy mainframe applications while contributing to projects that transition systems toward modern architectures and technologies., * Design, develop, test, and maintain COBOL-based applications on mainframe systems.
- Analyze existing code and business logic to identify opportunities for optimization and modernization.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to migrate legacy applications to modern platforms (e.g., cloud, microservices, APIs).
- Provide technical support, troubleshoot issues, and ensure system reliability and performance.
- Document processes, code changes, and modernization strategies for knowledge sharing.
- Participate in code reviews, quality assurance, and compliance with organizational standards.
Requirements
- Proven experience in COBOL programming and mainframe environments (z/OS, JCL, DB2, CICS).
- Strong understanding of legacy system architecture and integration points.
- Exposure to modernization tools and approaches (e.g., re-platforming, re-hosting, API enablement).
- Familiarity with newer technologies such as Java, .NET, or cloud platforms is a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in collaborative team settings.
- Strong communication skills to interact with business stakeholders and technical teams.
Preferred Experience:
- Hands-on involvement in mainframe modernization projects.
- Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines in hybrid environments.
- Experience with performance tuning and large-scale system migrations.
About the company
Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.