Sr. Mainframe Developer

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation
Hartford, CT, United States
3 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
7 years minimum
Compensation
$60,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Agile Methodology Application Performance Management Customer Information Control System (CICS) COBOL (Programming Language) Code Review IBM DB2 Software Debugging Job Control Language (JCL) Mainframes Release Management Software Deployment Virtual Storage Access Methods
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Code Migration

Job description

Cognizant is seeking an experienced Sr. Mainframe Developer with 7+ years of strong expertise in mainframe technologies and Healthcare Claims processing. The successful candidate will design, develop, maintain, and support enterprise Claims applications while partnering with cross-functional and offshore teams to deliver scalable, efficient, and compliant solutions., * Develop and implement technical solutions for Claims applications by transforming business requirements into scalable, efficient, and compliant mainframe systems.

  • Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain mainframe Claims applications using COBOL, JCL, DB2, VSAM, CICS, and MQ.
  • Collaborate with business analysts, QA teams, project managers, and support teams to ensure successful project execution.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to offshore team members and coordinate onsite-offshore activities.
  • Serve as a key point of contact for technical issue resolution.
  • Troubleshoot production issues and optimize application performance.
  • Conduct code reviews and ensure compliance with established coding standards and best practices.
  • Support SIT, UAT, production deployments, and post-implementation activities.

Requirements

  • Strong experience with mainframe technologies, including COBOL, JCL, DB2, VSAM, CICS, and MQ .
  • Experience with Healthcare Claims Adjudication processes and related business workflows.
  • Strong understanding of code migration and release management processes.
  • Experience with package creation and code promotion across Development, Test, QA, and Production environments.
  • Knowledge of post-deployment validation and backout procedures.
  • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with business stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and offshore development teams.
  • Experience working in Agile development environments.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

Benefits & conditions

The annual salary for this position is between $60,000 and $90,000 , depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans., Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) plan and contributions
  • Long-term and Short-term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer

The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

About the company

Cognizant is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, transforming clients’ business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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