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# MAINFRAME DEVELOPER

- **Company:** Nextica Solutions Inc
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Application Integration Architecture, Batch Processing, COBOL (Programming Language), Databases, Data Transformation, Database Development, File Transfer, Job Control Language (JCL), IBM Mainframe, Mainframes, Parsing, Release Management, System Testing, Virtual Storage Access Methods, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Software Troubleshooting, Indexer, Control M
- **Published:** November 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/69f3dd34-ec05-499e-b648-c97b1bdbe770

## About the Role

* Strong hands-on experience with COBOL programming.
 * Expertise in JCL and mainframe batch processing.
 * Experience with IDMS / CA-IDMS database development and support.
 * Strong knowledge of VSAM datasets, indexing, REPRO, and DEFINE utilities.
 * Experience with flat file design, parsing, and data transformation.
 * Knowledge of GDG management and dataset administration.
 * Experience with FTP/SFTP and file transfer automation.
 * Familiarity with CA7, Control-M, or equivalent scheduling tools.
 * Experience with mainframe application integration and legacy system modernization.
 * Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills., * Experience with Child Support Enforcement systems.
 * Experience with Medicaid, eligibility, or public assistance systems.
 * Previous experience with state government or human services projects.
 * Knowledge of production support and release management.
 * Experience working in Agile or hybrid project environments.

## Description

* Develop, enhance, and maintain COBOL and JCL programs.
 * Support batch processing and file-based interfaces between ICAR and EDEN.
 * Modify file layouts, data mappings, and transformation logic.
 * Analyze and support IDMS databases and VSAM datasets.
 * Perform unit, integration, regression, and system testing.
 * Troubleshoot production issues, file failures, and data discrepancies.
 * Support deployment, migration, and modernization activities.
 * Prepare technical specifications, documentation, and operational procedures.
 * Collaborate with business analysts, developers, testers, and technical teams.