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# Mainframe Developer - COBOL/IDMS & Systems Integration

- **Company:** Skywalk Global
- **Location:** Des Moines, IA, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Batch Processing, COBOL (Programming Language), Data Validation, Data Transformation, Design of User Interfaces, Job Control Language (JCL), Mainframes, Systems Integration, Virtual Storage Access Methods, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Control M
- **Published:** November 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/4a94cfd4-a7f7-4b89-9c3c-63f51b68ef91/mainframe-developer-cobolidms-systems-integration

## About the Role

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 * Hands-on experience with COBOL, JCL, IDMS, and VSAM.
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 * Strong knowledge of batch processing, flat files, data transformation, and interface development.
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 * Experience with GDGs, FTP/SFTP, and scheduling tools such as CA7 or Control-M.
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 * Ability to analyze legacy applications, troubleshoot issues, and maintain technical documentation.
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Preferred: Experience with child support, eligibility, human services, or government modernization projects.

## Description

Seeking a Mainframe Developer to support integration between the legacy Child Support Enforcement system (ICAR) and the new statewide eligibility system (EDEN). Responsibilities include developing and maintaining COBOL/JCL programs, enhancing batch processes and file interfaces, mapping and validating data, testing, deployment, and production support.