Mainframe Developer - Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL, CICS

HCL Technologies Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

HCL Technologies Limited Bengaluru invites a Mainframe Developer to design, code, test, and maintain mainframe applications using Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL and CICS to support key business operations.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, analyze requirements, implement robust solutions, ensure code quality, performance and security, and troubleshoot issues to deliver timely enhancements.

Qualifications

• Cobol knowledge and mainframe programming
• DB2 knowledge including SQL
• VSAM datasets for data storage and retrieval
• JCL (Job Control Language) for batch processing
• Familiarity with CICS
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Good communication and teamwork abilities

Responsibilities

• Code, test, debug, and document software programs for mainframe applications.
• Collaborate with teams to analyze requirements and develop solutions.
• Maintain and enhance existing mainframe applications.
• Ensure code quality, performance, and security of applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner.

Skills

Cobol

DB2

VSAM

JCL

CICS

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Career Opportunities: Mainframe Developer - Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL, CICS (187157)

Requisition ID187157-Posted11/09/2026

The Developer (Mainframe Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL, Mainframe CICS) is responsible for developing and maintaining mainframe applications using Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL, and CICS. The role involves working on various projects related to mainframe technologies to support business operations effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Code, test, debug, and document software programs for mainframe applications.
• 2. Collaborate within teams to analyze requirements and develop solutions that meet business needs.
• 3. Perform maintenance and enhancements on existing mainframe applications.
• 4. Ensure code quality, performance, and security of mainframe applications.
• 5. Troubleshoot and resolve issues in mainframe applications in a timely manner.

Skill Requirements

• 1. Knowledge of mainframe cobol programming language.
• 2. Understanding of db2, including database design and sql.
• 3. Familiarity with vsam datasets for data storage and retrieval.
• 4. Understanding of jcl (job control language) for batch processing in the mainframe environment.
• 5. Familiarity of mainframe cics (customer information control system).
• 6. Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• 7. Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Other Requirements

• 1.Relevant certifications in Mainframe technologies are a plus.