Mainframe Developer
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Job description
CGI is seeking a driven and experienced Mainframe Developer to join our team supporting enterprise clients in Salt Lake City, UT.
In this career opportunity, you will work as a full-time consultant delivering solutions that address complex business and technical challenges across large-scale systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to the ongoing stability, enhancement, and modernization of mission-critical applications.
This position is located onsite at the client site in Salt Lake City, UT.
You will play a key role in supporting and evolving core mainframe systems while partnering with distributed teams in a fast-paced environment., Collaborate with product management and business stakeholders to design and deliver scalable solutions
Analyze requirements and recommend technical approaches aligned to business objectives
Develop, maintain, and enhance mainframe applications using COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, and VSAM
Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to secure coding and development standards
Create and maintain technical documentation, including user guides and operational procedures
Support application maintenance, enhancements, and production stability across multiple systems
Provide on-call support and troubleshoot production issues
Coordinate activities and deliverables with offshore development teams
Serve as a subject matter expert for supported applications across multiple initiatives
Manage application releases, support audits, and resolve user-reported issues
Mentor junior developers and provide knowledge transfer across the team
Debug and resolve complex technical issues in a timely manner
Requirements
5+ years of experience supporting and maintaining mainframe applications
Strong expertise in COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, and VSAM
Experience working in large, distributed teams supporting multiple applications
Experience collaborating with offshore teams in a global delivery model
Familiarity with mainframe debugging tools and troubleshooting techniques
Knowledge of software development lifecycle and maintenance processes
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to make sound technical decisions and exercise good judgment
Experience documenting systems, processes, and technical solutions
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
Desired qualifications Experience with Assembler and EZtrieve
Experience with Endevor or similar source control tools
Prior experience in enterprise or consulting environments, * COBOL
- DB2
- EZTrieve
- JCL
- VSAM
Benefits & conditions
Tuition reimbursement, Paid parental leave, Parental leave, 401(k) matching, Paid time off, Paid holidays, CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $100,800.00 - $176,300.00. CGI's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include: . Competitive compensation . Comprehensive insurance options . Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan . Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time . Paid parental leave .Learning opportunities and tuition assistance . Wellness and Well-being programs