Mainframe Developer

Job Title: Maineframe Developer
Duration: 6 Months (Remote)
Location: Indianapolis, IN 46204
Pay Rate: $80/hour W2
Interview: Either Web Cam or In Person Interview
Client: State of Iowa

Required Skills (3 Years must)
COBOL programming
JCL (Job Control Language)
VSAM datasets, indexing, REPRO/DEFINE utilities
IDMS database development and support
Batch processing development and support
Flat file design and parsing
Data transformation and interface mapping
GDG management and dataset lifecycle administration
FTP/SFTP processing and troubleshooting
File transfer automation
Scheduling tools such as: CA7, Control-M, Equivalent enterprise scheduling platforms
Legacy system modernization experience
Multi-system data integration and interface support
Technical specification interpretation
Root cause analysis and troubleshooting
Data mapping and transformation logic
Strong expertise in COBOL, JCL, and batch processing.
Experience working with IDMS or comparable mainframe database technologies.
Experience with VSAM datasets and file-processing applications.
Demonstrated experience supporting application integrations and data exchange processes
Experience analyzing and modifying legacy systems.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Nice to have
Experience supporting Child Support Enforcement systems or Human Services programs.
Experience with eligibility systems, public assistance systems, or government modernization initiatives.
Experience with large-scale legacy modernization projects.
Knowledge of production support, release management, and deployment practices.
Experience working in Agile or hybrid project environments.