Mainframe Software Developer

Barclays Capital; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Barclays Bank PLC in Pune is seeking a Mainframe Engineer to design, develop and enhance software using COBOL, JCL, DB2 and CICS within an Agile environment.

The role emphasizes secure coding, robust testing, and collaboration with product teams to deliver scalable mainframe solutions that meet business goals.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in designing, developing, and testing mainframe applications.
• Strong knowledge of COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS and IMS DB/DC.
• Familiarity with ZOS Connect API development and DevOps practices is a plus.
• Experience with debugging and performance tuning on mainframe platforms.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions using mainframe technologies.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers and engineers to define requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Participate in code reviews and promote code quality and knowledge sharing.
• Stay informed of technology trends and contribute to technology communities.
• Adhere to secure coding practices and implement effective unit testing.

Skills

Mainframe development

COBOL

JCL

DB2

CICS

IMS DB/DC

Z/OS Connect

DevOps

Agile

Tools

Jenkins

Git

Job description

Purpose of the role

To design, develop and improve software, utilising various engineering methodologies, that provides business, platform, and technology capabilities for our customers and colleagues.

Accountabilities

• Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions by using industry aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools. Ensuring that code is scalable, maintainable, and optimized for performance.
• Cross-functional collaboration with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define software requirements, devise solution strategies, and ensure seamless integration and alignment with business objectives.
• Collaboration with peers, participate in code reviews, and promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing.
• Stay informed of industry technology trends and innovations and actively contribute to the organization's technology communities to foster a culture of technical excellence and growth.
• Adherence to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities, protect sensitive data, and ensure secure software solutions.
• Implementation of effective unit testing practices to ensure proper code design, readability, and reliability.

Analyst Expectations

• To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement.
• Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise
• Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise
• They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources.
• If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard.
• The four LEAD behaviours are:
• L - Listen and be authentic
• E - Energise and inspire
• A - Align across the enterprise
• D - Develop others
• OR for an individual contributor, they develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate.
• Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.
• Partner with other functions and business areas.
• Takes responsibility for end results of a team's operational processing and activities.
• Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately.
• Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.
• Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise.
• Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct.
• Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function.
• Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
• Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.
• Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents.
• Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information.
• Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.

Company Values

All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.

Join us as Mainframe Engineer at Barclays

responsible for supporting the successful delivery of location strategy projects to plan, budget, agreed quality and governance standards. You'll spearhead the evolution of our digital landscape, driving innovation and excellence. You will harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionise our digital offerings, ensuring unparalleled customer experiences.

Experience

• Demonstrated experience in designing, developing, and testing mainframe applications, especially for projects of moderate to high complexity.
• In-depth knowledge of mainframe technologies, including COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS and IMS DB/DC.
• Familiarity with ZOS Connect API development and DevOps practices is a plus.
• Strong command of debugging and performance tools is essential.
• Experience/willingness to adopt new technologies, automation and DevOps toolchains.
• Practical experience with Agile methodologies and workflows.

Some other highly valued skills may include:

• Certifications