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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Mainframe Developer - **Company:** TalentOla View all jobs - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $86,129.0 - $127,189.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** .NET Framework, Artificial Intelligence, Applications Architecture, Software Applications, C Sharp (Programming Language), COBOL (Programming Language), Software Quality, Code Review, Databases, IBM DB2, Software Design Documents, Github, Revision Control Systems, Mainframes, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Software Organization, GitHub Copilot, Git, Api Design, Software Coding - **Published:** August 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us7abdff0cc579d9a9cdcca14da44fcf0e ## About the Role * Strong experience in Life Insurance, Annuity products, and Policy Administration Systems. * Minimum 8+ years of experience in development, maintenance, and support projects involving Mainframe technologies, preferably COBOL, DB2/SQL, C#, and .NET. Framework * Git and GitHub or any other Git Repository understanding * API Design and Integration * Technical Design Documentation * Coding and Code Reviews * GitHub Copilot and Claude Code * Application Architecture and Solution Design * Minimum 6+ years of experience working with SQL databases. * Strong understanding of Policy Administration System architecture and design principles. * Experience working directly with clients and managing technical delivery across distributed teams. * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Working knowledge of version control tools like Git. * Working knowledge and understanding of AI tools and features like Skills, custom Agents, Custom instructions, MCP, hooks etc. for operational excellence with judicious token utilization Preferred Skills: * Knowledge of emerging technologies and industry trends in the Life Insurance and Annuity sector. * Experience with automation initiatives and modern software development practices. * Professional certifications in Life Insurance, such as LOMA, are highly desirable. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Strong leadership and team management capabilities * Self-motivated and results-oriented * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision * Strong stakeholder management skills * Ability to lead and influence large cross-functional teams * Strong Technical Curiosity does not have to be asked to show initiative and investigate to find the root problems and suggest resolutions * Good communication skills * Good analytical skills. * Strong Team player & ability to build & sustain the team, * BS/BA/MBA/MS graduate * Bachelor's Degree in Technology (B.Tech) or * Master's Degree in Computer Applications (MCA). ## Description We are seeking a skilled Mainframe Developer to join our team as a Delivery Project Lead. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in COBOL LE and will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing mainframe applications. This role requires a deep understanding of mainframe technologies and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions that meet client needs. 8-12 years in a various roles associated to Software Coding, Maintenance & Support and Technical Documentation. Responsibilities: * Lead and support multiple client engagements within the Life Insurance and Annuity domain. * Collaborate with business stakeholders, project managers, business analysts, and development teams to analyze business requirements and design effective technical solutions. * Participate in project planning, estimation, and solution architecture discussions. * Conduct design reviews and provide recommendations on application architecture, data flow, and system integration. * Ensure adherence to Project Life Cycle Methodology, IT control policies, and corporate architecture standards. * Prepare and maintain high-level and low-level technical design documents and specifications. * Provide technical leadership to development and support teams across onshore and offshore locations. * Drive code quality through code reviews, best practices, and development standards. * Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and adoption of emerging technologies. * Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and market developments related to Life Insurance and Annuity products. * Must be able to understand and leverage latest AI capabilities via enterprise tools like GitHub Copilot, Claude Code and in-house Models to gain operational efficiency and high throughput ## Related Videos - [Data Fabric in Action - How to enhance a Stock Trading App with ML and Data Virtualization](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/253-data-fabric-in-action-how-to-enhance-a-stock-trading-app-with-ml-and-data-virtualization) - [Building with IBM Bob](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100275-building-with-ibm-bob) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [Can This Elephant Dance? 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