Job Title: Mainframe Developer

Experience: 10+ Years
Job Type: W2 Contract

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Mainframe Developer with 10+ years of experience in designing, developing, maintaining, and supporting enterprise mainframe applications. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS, and mainframe batch processing.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS.

• Develop and optimize batch jobs, online transactions, and application programs.

• Write complex SQL queries and perform database operations using DB2.

• Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical specifications.

• Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement permanent fixes.

• Perform unit testing, integration testing, debugging, and code reviews.

• Support application enhancements, system upgrades, and legacy modernization initiatives.

• Collaborate with business analysts, QA teams, architects, and cross-functional development teams.

• Prepare technical documentation and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.

Required Skills

• 10+ years of experience in mainframe development.

• Strong hands-on experience with COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS.

• Experience with VSAM, TSO/ISPF, and mainframe utilities.

• Knowledge of mainframe batch processing, scheduling, and production support.

• Experience with SQL queries, database performance tuning, and debugging.

• Familiarity with tools such as Endevor, Changeman, or equivalent version-control and release-management tools.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in banking, financial services, insurance, or other enterprise domains.

• Knowledge of mainframe application modernization and integration with distributed systems.

• Experience with performance optimization, incident management, and production deployments.