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# Mainframe Developer

- **Company:** CGI Group Inc.
- **Location:** UK
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** £68,317.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Applications, Customer Information Control System (CICS), COBOL (Programming Language), IBM DB2, Linux, Job Control Language (JCL), IBM System Z, Mainframes, Software Tools, Software Engineering, Virtual Storage Access Methods, Z/OS, Ibm Z/vm, Programming Languages
- **Published:** October 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5210480304

## About the Role

* Strong knowledge of COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2 and other mainframe technologies
 * Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting
 * Experience with mainframe software development tools and platforms (z/OS, z/VM, z/Linux, IBM System z)
 * Excellent verbal and written communication skills
 * Creating high-performance, mission-critical applications
 * Analyzing user requirements and developing software solutions
 * Ensuring software applications meet all performance and security requirements
 * Working with other developers to create high-performance, scalable applications
 * Researching new technologies and software development trends
 * Providing technical support and troubleshooting
 * Writing technical documentation

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role

Strong knowledge of VSAM, COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2 and other mainframe technologies

## Description

Mainframe developers are responsible for the development, maintenance and support of software applications that run on mainframe computers. They work with a variety of programming languages, software tools and platforms to create high-performance, mission-critical applications. Mainframe developers typically work in large organizations that rely heavily on mainframe systems for their business operations. They may work in a variety of industries, including banking, finance, insurance, healthcare, manufacturing, and government.