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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Mainframe Software Engineer - **Company:** Everforth Apex - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $104,000.0 - $135,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Unit Testing, COBOL (Programming Language), IBM DB2, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Github, Job Control Language (JCL), Mainframes, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Software Engineering, SQL Stored Procedures, Systems Integration, Z/OS, Transaction Processing (Computing), Google Cloud, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Enterprise Software Applications, SOAPAPI, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Google Bigquery, Restful APIs, Software Version Control - **Published:** August 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/8fae8c8d-49a0-4f7d-b413-7f03e398ad35 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). * 7+ years of experience in mainframe application development, design, analysis, and support. * Strong hands-on experience with: + COBOL (IMS) + JCL + CA7 + DB2 + COBOL Stored Procedures + Batch and real-time transaction processing * 2+ years of experience implementing and supporting: + z/OS Connect + SFTP + SOAP APIs + REST APIs + System-to-system integrations and data exchange solutions * Experience designing, developing, and maintaining Mainframe COBOL and JCL applications. * Experience with source code management tools such as Endeavor and GitHub. * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly resolve production incidents. * Experience supporting enterprise applications, including maintenance, security reviews, and audit compliance activities. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively across global teams. * Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment. * Experience with unit testing and integration testing methodologies. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform). * Experience with Google BigQuery. * Experience supporting modernization and cloud migration initiatives. * Familiarity with Agile product delivery processes and backlog management., * Mainframe Systems Development * COBOL (IMS) * JCL * CA7 * DB2 * z/OS Connect * SOAP/REST APIs * Production Support * Application Modernization Experience Level * 6+ years of IT experience * 4+ years of application development experience, * Bachelor's Degree required ## Description We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Software Engineer to join the FCSD/Service Quality team. This role serves as the primary developer supporting the Recall Suite of Applications and Software FSA products, ensuring ongoing operational excellence while driving modernization initiatives., * Serve as a core member of the FCSDTech/Service Quality team supporting Recall and Software FSA applications. * Provide production support, including on-call rotation and incident resolution. * Develop and implement mandatory features to support compliance, regulatory, and Software FSA requirements. * Partner with Product Owners, Product Managers, and engineering teams to deliver business-critical functionality. * Manage and prioritize product backlog items to support ongoing enhancements and operational needs. * Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve application defects while supporting backlog prioritization efforts. * Design, develop, test, and maintain mainframe applications and integrations. * Participate in modernization initiatives, including cloud migration and system integration efforts. * Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and business stakeholders to ensure successful product delivery. * Conduct unit and integration testing to ensure application quality and reliability. * Perform application support activities including security reviews, audit support, system maintenance, and operational health monitoring. ## 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) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [Building with IBM Bob](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100275-building-with-ibm-bob) - [Bringing AI Model Testing and Prompt Management to Your Codebase with GitHub Models](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1536-bringing-ai-model-testing-and-prompt-management-to-your-codebase-with-github-models) - [Can This Elephant Dance? 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