Mainframe Developer

Title- Mainframe Developer
Location-CT- 100% Remote
Type- Contract

Position Summary
As a Senior Software Development Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing digital solutions and systems.
This role requires technical expertise to architect and code software applications, perform system testing and debugging, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the strategic technical direction and innovation of digital engineering initiatives.
You will work in an Agile scrum team environment, in close collaboration with business partners, product owners, architecture and other IT partners.
As part of the AT Claim Organization, you will be responsible for code deliverables on both long and short-term projects effectively, while working collaboratively in inter-departmental settings to accomplish tasks and goals.
The Claim Organization is accountable for commercial claim processing and the surrounding ecosystem of commercial claim applications to support internal business operations and the external Member and Provider experience.

Responsibilities:
Designs and develops the technical architecture and infrastructure necessary for digital solutions.
Writes code, develops software components, and implements functionalities based on project requirements.
Collaborates with development team members and stakeholders to make architectural decisions, propose design patterns, and ensure scalability, performance, and maintainability of digital solutions.
Applies programming skills to design and implement features, optimize performance, and maintain code efficiency.
Integrates various software components or systems to facilitate communication and interoperability across different parts of the digital solution.
Develops and executes test cases, conducts code reviews, performs debugging, and resolves issues to maintain reliability, stability, and quality in digital solutions.
Participates in agile or other development methodologies, attends meetings, contributes to project planning, and supports the progress of digital projects.
Evaluates new tools, frameworks, and techniques to enhance digital solutions and encourage innovation within the development team.
Prepares and maintains technical documentation, including system designs, architecture diagrams, and code documentation, while sharing expertise with team members to support knowledge transfer and collaboration.

Required Qualifications
4-6 years of experience with the following:
Mainframe development and support, utilizing several of the following technologies: COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, SQL, MQ, Xpeditor, Endevor or similar source control application
Systems analysis
Software design principles and software architecture
Agile delivery methodologies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage changing priorities
Ability to work in a team environment to deliver projects
2+ years of experience with large-scale offshore vendor support arrangements
2+ years of healthcare experience in one or more of these areas:
Claim Adjudication
Claim Payment/Banking, Electronic Funds Transfer
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with healthcare claim administration.

Education
Bachelor s degree in computer science or related degree