COBOL - Mainframe Sr Developer

Global Payments Inc.; Ciudad de México; On-site; MXN 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Payments is seeking a Senior COBOL Developer to join the Mainframe Engineering & Payment Processing Technology Team. You'll ensure stability, reliability, and performance of systems powering millions of transactions daily, modernizing critical applications and supporting secure, seamless payment experiences worldwide.

You will own mission-critical COBOL solutions, drive incident resolution, and push for continuous improvement while collaborating with technical and business teams to

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience developing, maintaining, and supporting COBOL applications within mainframe environments.
• Strong knowledge of COBOL, JCL, batch processing, debugging, and production incident troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Drive the reliability and performance of mission-critical payment systems.
• Lead the resolution of complex production challenges in a 24x7 environment.
• Strengthen platform stability and data integrity through batch processing and recovery strategies.
• Influence continuous improvement across mainframe applications and processes.
• Champion delivery excellence and technical quality through testing and governance.

Skills

COBOL

JCL

DB2

VSAM

TSO/ISPF

SDSF

CA-7

Endevor

Tools

CA-7

Endevor

SDSF

Job description

Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. We’re looking for a Senior COBOL Developer to join our ever-evolving Mainframe Engineering & Payment Processing Technology Team and help shape the future of global commerce. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the stability, reliability, and performance of the systems that power millions of payment transactions every day. Your expertise will help protect data integrity, accelerate business outcomes, and maintain the resilient payment infrastructure our clients depend on. Working alongside talented technical and business teams, you’ll have the opportunity to modernize and enhance mission-critical applications, influence operational excellence, and directly support Global Payments’ mission of delivering secure, innovative, and seamless payment experiences around the world.

What you'll own

• Drive the reliability and performance of mission-critical payment systems by delivering high-quality COBOL solutions that support transaction processing, business continuity, and exceptional client outcomes.
• Lead the resolution of complex production challenges by identifying root causes, implementing sustainable fixes, and minimizing operational risk across a 24x7 payment environment.
• Strengthen platform stability and data integrity through effective batch processing, recovery strategies, and controlled software implementations that ensure accurate and dependable business operations.
• Influence continuous improvement across mainframe applications and processes by identifying opportunities to optimize performance, reduce recurring issues, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Champion delivery excellence and technical quality by driving thorough testing, knowledge sharing, and governance practices that improve system resilience and support long-term business growth.

What you'll bring

• 6+ years of experience developing, maintaining, and supporting COBOL applications within complex mainframe environments.
• Deep expertise in COBOL, Job Control Language (JCL), batch processing, debugging, and production incident troubleshooting with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex system issues.
• Strong knowledge of IBM mainframe technologies including Virtual Storage Access Method (VSAM), DB2 databases, Time Sharing Option/Interactive System Productivity Facility (TSO/ISPF), System Display and Search Facility (SDSF), CA-7 workload automation, and Endevor version control.
• Proven ability to take ownership of critical incidents, prioritize effectively under pressure, and deliver reliable outcomes while protecting business operations and customer experience.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a demonstrated ability to partner across technical and business teams, translate complex issues, and drive successful delivery.

It's a bonus if you have

• Experience supporting credit card processing, payments, banking, or broader financial services platforms.
• Hands-on experience with Customer Information Control System (CICS) application development and production support.
• A continuous learning mindset with a track record of identifying process improvements, modernizing legacy environments, and sharing expertise with peers.

About the team

Our inclusive and global teams win together every day. We’re proud to have the best minds in the industry, who you can learn from as you grow your career. The people, the energy, the connections – it’s unmatched. Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders.

What makes a Globalpayer?

Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We’re curious and innovative – always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it’s our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do.

Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders.

We offer access to medical coverage that supports the health and wellbeing for you and your family.

My Money

In addition to base salary, you may be eligible for bonuses and/or equity awards, determined by role, level, impact, and our policies.

My Lifestyle

We have a dedicated Wellness Week each year – which includes an extra paid day off - so you can take time to relax, recharge and invest in your wellbeing.

My Family

FLEX, our family inclusion community, offers support for all Globalpayers at every stage, from raising families to caring for loved ones.

My Time Off

We offer paid time off and public holidays so you can rest, recharge and spend time on what matters most.

Privacy Statement

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Sourcing Model

Recruitment at Global Payments works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. Global Payments does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.