> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/736507-mainframe-developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/736507-mainframe-developer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Mainframe Developer - **Company:** STRADIT LLC - **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Customer Information Control System (CICS), COBOL (Programming Language), IBM DB2, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Job Control Language (JCL), Mainframes, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, Extensible Markup Language (XML), File Transfer Protocol (FTP) - **Published:** June 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=94f921b2a3050978 ## About the Role * Demonstrates strong analytical and communication skills * Demonstrates strong customer service orientation * Strong mainframe developer using COBOL, CICS, & JCL * Strong SQL expertise with DB2 background * Understands concepts of Software Development Lifecycle and software Change Management. Knowledge of the Agile process is a plus. * Ability to author functional & technical documents preferred * MQ, FTP and NDM knowledge preferred * SWIFT ISO, XML knowledge preferred * AQT Knowledge a plus * Knowledge or Java, J2EE, CWF Methodology, Javascript, and WAS 8.5 a plus ## Description Defines test cases, scenarios and scripts to ensure applications quality * Reviews and refines usability testing scenarios, and administers portions of the testing process * Creates test transactions and runs component, assembly, and system tests for conformance to standards and adherence to design specifications * Prepares the test environment * Analyzes results of testing sessions and presents results * Works with users to review test results to ensure they meet expected results ## Related Videos - [Building with IBM Bob](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100275-building-with-ibm-bob) - [Cloud as the new mainframe: why the cloud hype does not reflect the dev reality](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/797-cloud-as-the-new-mainframe-why-the-cloud-hype-does-not-reflect-the-dev-reality) - [ShapeShift: Reinventing Agile for a B2B SaaS Scale-Up](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1655-shapeshift-reinventing-agile-for-a-b2b-saas-scale-up) - [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) - [".Net is too slow" was not an option](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100176-net-is-too-slow-was-not-an-option) - [Migrating from COBOL with AI: A Moonshot Demo](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1531-migrating-from-cobol-with-ai-a-moonshot-demo) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [93 Java Interview Questions You Should Prepare For](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/14-93-java-interview-questions-you-should-prepare-for) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [The Best Software Developer Blogs to Read](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/156-the-best-software-developer-blogs-to-read) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges)