Mainframe System Analyst

As a Mainframe System Analyst, you will bridge the gap between business needs and technical execution. You will translate requirements from stakeholders into actionable IT specifications, ensure seamless integration across a complex application landscape, and oversee the quality of deliverables within an Agile environment. Core Responsibilities Requirements Engineering: Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate small-to-medium business requests into detailed functional and technical requirements for the IT implementation team. System Mapping: Master the IT application landscape to describe requirements for frontend systems integrating with various backends. A deep understanding of how interconnected components function is vital for accurate analysis. Quality Assurance: Prepare and execute comprehensive testing activities to validate the team’s deliverables and ensure alignment with business goals. Agile Collaboration: Act as a key communicator within an Agile squad, interacting daily with Product Owners, fellow Analysts, Architects, and Backend Developers.

Mainframe Expertise: Minimum 5 years of experience working in a Mainframe environment, specifically with IMS, DB2, and COBOL. Code Review: Proficiency in COBOL is required to review and validate code changes performed by offshore development teams. Domain Expertise: At least 5 years of experience in P&C Retail Insurance (Property & Casualty). Please note: Experience in Banking or Life Insurance is not applicable for this role. Architectural Affinity: A strong understanding of application architecture and how disparate components connect to form a cohesive system. Language & Soft Skills Bilingual Proficiency: Professional fluency in French (for internal stakeholders and POs) and English (for coordination with offshore providers). Precision: A structured mindset with a focus on delivering precise, high-quality documentation. Communication: Ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly to both business and technical audiences.