Mainframe Developer

Raas Infotek LLC
Dallas, United States of America
yesterday

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Dallas, United States of America

Tech stack

Java
Agile Methodologies
Unit Testing
Batch Processing
Customer Information Control System (CICS)
COBOL
Code Review
Computer Programming
Databases
IBM DB2
Database Queries
Software Debugging
DevOps
Distributed Systems
Middleware
Endevor
File Transfer
Job Control Language (JCL)
IBM Mainframe
IBM WebSphere MQ
IBM Information Management System
Job Scheduling
Mainframes
Online Transaction Processing
Performance Tuning
Systems Development Life Cycle
Release Management
Software Engineering
System Testing
Virtual Storage Access Methods
Web Services
Z/OS
Tso/ispf
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
File-aid
Information Technology
Cloud Integration
Software Version Control

Job description

We are looking for a highly experienced Senior Mainframe Developer with 12+ years of hands-on experience in designing, developing, maintaining, and supporting enterprise mainframe applications. The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS, VSAM, and IBM mainframe technologies, along with experience in application modernization, production support, and Agile development., * Design, develop, enhance, and maintain enterprise mainframe applications.

  • Analyze business requirements and convert them into technical solutions.
  • Develop and support COBOL, CICS, DB2, JCL, and VSAM applications.
  • Create and optimize DB2 queries and database objects.
  • Perform unit testing, system testing, and support UAT activities.
  • Troubleshoot production issues and provide timely resolution.
  • Support batch jobs, online transactions, and system integrations.
  • Collaborate with business analysts, architects, QA teams, and stakeholders.
  • Participate in code reviews, performance tuning, and application modernization initiatives.
  • Prepare technical documentation and maintain development standards.

Requirements

  • 12+ years of experience in IBM Mainframe application development.
  • Strong programming experience with COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, VSAM, and TSO/ISPF.
  • Experience with IMS DB/DC is highly preferred.
  • Strong SQL skills with DB2 database design, optimization, and performance tuning.
  • Experience in batch processing, online transaction processing, and job scheduling.
  • Hands-on experience with Endevor, Changeman, File-AID, Expeditor, Abend-AID, and IBM Debugging tools.
  • Knowledge of MQ Series, FTP, Connect:Direct, and file transfer processes.
  • Experience working with REST/SOAP API integrations between mainframe and distributed systems is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of SDLC, Agile/Scrum methodologies, and DevOps practices.
  • Experience with source control and release management processes.
  • Excellent troubleshooting, debugging, and production support experience.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills., * Experience in Banking, Financial Services, Insurance, Healthcare, or Retail domains.
  • Exposure to Mainframe modernization initiatives and cloud integration.
  • Experience with IBM z/OS environment and middleware technologies.
  • Knowledge of Java or distributed applications interacting with Mainframe is a plus., * Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

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