Mainframe Developer (COBOL, CICS, DB2)

CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc.
Salt Lake City, United States of America
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 123K

Job location

Salt Lake City, United States of America

Tech stack

Agile Methodologies
Application Performance Management
Batch Processing
Customer Information Control System (CICS)
COBOL
Code Review
Databases
Computer Engineering
Data Integrity
IBM DB2
Software Debugging
Endevor
Job Control Language (JCL)
Mainframes
Software Maintenance
Release Management
Software Systems
Virtual Storage Access Methods
Enterprise Software Applications
Software Troubleshooting
Mainframe Programming
Information Technology
Deployment Automation
Easytrieve
Software Version Control
Control M

Job description

Are you an experienced Mainframe Developer (COBOL, CICS, DB2) looking to work on mission critical enterprise systems that support some of the nation's largest organizations? Do you enjoy solving complex technical challenges while modernizing and maintaining high performance applications?, In this role, you'll be responsible for developing, maintaining, and supporting enterprise mainframe applications that are essential to our clients' daily operations. You'll work alongside experienced architects, developers, business analysts, QA teams, and client stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable, and reliable technology solutions.

This is an excellent opportunity to expand your technical expertise, collaborate with high performing teams, and contribute to meaningful projects at one of the world's leading IT and business consulting firms.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

How you'll make an impact

You will play a critical role in maintaining the stability, reliability, and continuous enhancement of enterprise applications supporting business critical operations.

. Design, develop, maintain, and enhance enterprise mainframe applications using COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, VSAM, and related technologies

. Collaborate with Product Managers, Business Analysts, Solution Architects, and development teams to deliver scalable, high quality software solutions that meet evolving business needs

. Research, analyze, and recommend technical solutions, enhancements, and best practices to improve application performance, reliability, and maintainability.

. Provide technical support for mainframe applications by troubleshooting application, batch processing, database, and testing environment issues

. Develop and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, user guides, and knowledge base articles to support long term application sustainability

. Manage and maintain non production environments, including environment refreshes, deployments, configuration updates, and post migration validation activities

. Monitor and support Control M batch processing workflows to ensure reliable job execution, scheduling accuracy, and operational efficiency

. Partner with release management, change management, QA, infrastructure, and offshore development teams to coordinate deployments, environment readiness, and production implementations

. Support data integrity, automation initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to improve operational processes and system performance

. Serve as the technical subject matter expert (SME) for supported applications, providing guidance during enhancements, production support, audits, and release activities

. Investigate, debug, and resolve production issues while implementing long term corrective solutions

. Mentor junior developers through knowledge sharing, cross training, and technical coaching

. Participate in Agile ceremonies, technical design discussions, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives

. Provide on call production support as needed to ensure the availability and reliability of mission critical applications

Requirements

We're looking for a collaborative problem solver who enjoys working in complex enterprise environments and takes pride in delivering reliable, high quality software solutions.

. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent practical experience)

. 5+ years of experience designing, developing, maintaining, and supporting enterprise mainframe applications

. Strong hands on experience with: COBOL JCL CICS DB2 VSAM

. Experience supporting enterprise batch processing, production support, troubleshooting, and application maintenance

. Experience working with source control and deployment tools such as Endevor

. Experience with Control M scheduling, batch workflow management, and production job monitoring

. Experience using Easytrieve (EZtrieve) and other enterprise mainframe utilities is preferred

. Experience with mainframe debugging and performance analysis tools

. Proven ability to support multiple applications while working within large, cross functional teams

. Experience collaborating with offshore development and support teams

. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem solving skills

. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with technical and non technical stakeholders

. Demonstrated ability to make sound technical decisions, prioritize competing work, and deliver high quality solutions in fast paced enterprise environments

. Ability to mentor junior developers and contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives, * CICS

  • COBOL
  • DB2
  • EZTrieve
  • JCL
  • VSAM

Benefits & conditions

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $89,600.00 - $123,200.00.

CGI's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive insurance options
  • Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
  • Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
  • Paid parental leave

-Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

  • Wellness and Well-being programs

About the company

At CGI, you'll become part of one of the world's largest IT and business consulting organizations, working on technology solutions that support critical business operations for enterprise and government clients. When you join CGI, you'll benefit from: . Opportunities to work on complex, mission critical enterprise systems. . A collaborative environment that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning. . Career development through technical training, certifications, and advancement opportunities. . Exposure to large scale modernization initiatives and enterprise technologies. . The opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside experienced technology professionals., Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because... You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

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