Mainframe Developer

IT Managers Inc.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 520,000 - 820,000; Full time

Job summary

IT Managers Inc. in the Philippines is seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer to support the development, maintenance, and enhancement of mainframe applications. The ideal candidate should have strong COBOL experience and hands-on knowledge of both online and batch programming environments.

The role requires proficiency in COBOL, CICS, OS/390, ISPF/PDF, SDSF, and batch scheduling with Zeke Scheduler. You will participate in analysis, debugging, testing, and cross-team collaboration to ensure

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Mainframe Developer.
• Proficient in Mainframe COBOL.
• Knowledge of CICS.
• Experience with OS/390.
• Familiarity with ISPF/PDF.
• Familiarity with SDSF.
• Experience with COBOL online and batch programming.
• Experience with Batch Run / Zeke Scheduler.
• Knowledge of Web Services.
• Experience in mainframe development, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with technical and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance mainframe applications using COBOL.
• Perform online and batch programming.
• Support batch processing and scheduling using Zeke Scheduler.
• Monitor and troubleshoot mainframe jobs using SDSF.
• Work with CICS applications and related mainframe environments.
• Analyze and resolve application issues and production incidents.
• Support system integration and Web Service requirements.
• Perform unit testing, debugging, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with other developers, analysts, and project teams to deliver system enhancements and fixes.

Skills

Mainframe COBOL

CICS

Web Services

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Tools

Zeke Scheduler

SDSF

ISPF/PDF

OS/390

Batch processing

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced Mainframe Developer to support the development, maintenance, and enhancement of mainframe applications and systems. The ideal candidate should have strong COBOL experience and hands-on knowledge of both online and batch programming environments.

Qualifications / Required Skills

• 2+ years of experience as a Mainframe Developer

• Strong experience in Mainframe COBOL

• Knowledge of CICS

• Experience with OS/390

• Knowledge of ISPF/PDF

• Familiarity with SDSF

• Experience in COBOL online and batch programming

• Experience with Batch Run / Zeke Scheduler

• Knowledge of Web Services

• Experience in mainframe application development, maintenance, and troubleshooting

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work effectively with technical and project teams

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance mainframe applications using COBOL.

• Perform both online and batch programming.

• Support batch processing and scheduling using Zeke Scheduler.

• Monitor and troubleshoot mainframe jobs using tools such as SDSF.

• Work with CICS applications and related mainframe environments.

• Analyze and resolve application issues and production incidents.

• Support system integration and Web Service requirements.

• Perform unit testing, debugging, and technical documentation.

• Collaborate with other developers, analysts, and project teams to deliver system enhancements and fixes.