> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/257602-programmer-advanced-mainframe-prgmr-26-05624](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/257602-programmer-advanced-mainframe-prgmr-26-05624). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Programmer - Advanced (Mainframe) - PRGMR 26-05624 - **Company:** Navitas, Inc. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Unit Testing, Customer Information Control System (CICS), COBOL (Programming Language), Relational Databases, Software Debugging, Endevor, Job Control Language (JCL), Mainframes, Network Model, SAS (Software), Virtual Storage Access Methods, File-aid, Integration Tests - **Published:** May 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=038c64ec037e19ab ## About the Role Do you have experience in Mainframe development?, Do you have a Associate's degree?, The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in COBOL-based mainframe systems, strong debugging skills, and the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams., * 10+ years of experience with Mainframe systems * 10+ years of experience with MVS COBOL * 10+ years of experience with JCL (Job Control Language) * 10+ years of experience with IDMS (Network Database), * 7+ years of experience with CA-ADS * 5+ years of experience with Changeman * 5+ years of experience with CICS * 5+ years of experience with VSAM Preferred Skills * Experience with SAS * Familiarity with File-AID * Knowledge of Medicaid or Medicare claims processing systems * Experience with MQ (Messaging Queues) * Exposure to Endevor * Experience with Xpeditor Soft Skills * Strong written and verbal communication * Adaptability and flexibility in dynamic environments * Self-motivated with strong ownership mindset * Problem-solving and analytical thinking skills * Effective time management * Ability to work under pressure in high-demand environments, * Education: Associate's degree or equivalent work experience, * Extensive experience working in legacy mainframe environments * Strong background in healthcare or public sector systems (preferred) * Ability to manage end-to-end development and support lifecycle * Comfortable working in production support and on-call environments ## Description * Collaborate with internal application teams to implement coding changes in COBOL and ADS programs * Work with both IDMS Network and IDMS Relational databases * Analyze technical and design specifications to develop solutions * Perform debugging, unit testing, and integration testing * Support QA, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and external testing cycles by resolving defects * Communicate effectively with internal teams and stakeholders * Work collaboratively with distributed teams and external vendors * Participate in on-call support rotation ## Related Videos - [".Net is too slow" was not an option](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100176-net-is-too-slow-was-not-an-option) - [Cloud as the new mainframe: why the cloud hype does not reflect the dev reality](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/797-cloud-as-the-new-mainframe-why-the-cloud-hype-does-not-reflect-the-dev-reality) - [Building with IBM Bob](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100275-building-with-ibm-bob) - [Migrating from COBOL with AI: A Moonshot Demo](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1531-migrating-from-cobol-with-ai-a-moonshot-demo) - [Grappling With Clunky Old Software? Start by Understanding What’s Inside!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1189-grappling-with-clunky-old-software-start-by-understanding-what-s-inside) - [ WeAreDevelopers LIVE - the weekly developer show with Chris Heilmann and Daniel Cranney](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1365-wearedevelopers-live-the-weekly-developer-show-with-chris-heilmann-and-daniel-cranney) ## Related Articles - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [93 Java Interview Questions You Should Prepare For](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/14-93-java-interview-questions-you-should-prepare-for) - [The 10 C++ programming questions to expect in an interview](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/50-the-10-c-programming-questions-to-expect-in-an-interview) - [Software Developer Salary in Switzerland [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/215-software-developer-salary-in-switzerland-2023) - [Quick guide: How to write a Software Developer CV](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/37-quick-guide-how-to-write-a-software-developer-cv)