ACAPS/Mainframe Software Engineer

Eliassen Group; Charlotte Amalie (United States Virgin Islands); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A consulting firm is looking for a Mainframe Software Engineer to design and implement new features for a mainframe ACAPS application. This fully remote role requires at least 5 years of experience, particularly with ACAPS, COBOL, and Mainframe platforms. Company benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) with matching.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

401k with company matching

Life insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Mainframe/ACAPS experience.
• Knowledge of object-oriented and functional software design.
• Strong problem-solving skills and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement new features for mainframe ACAPS application.
• Work collaboratively with other software engineers to define system architectures.
• Achieve operational excellence by automating processes.

Skills

ACAPS

COBOL

JCL

Platform Engineering - Main Frame

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Systems

Tools

Data Power

DB2

DevOps

IBM IDZ

MQ

Job description

ACAPS/Mainframe Software Engineer

Location: Anywhere

Type: Contract

Category: Development

Industry: Financial Services

Workplace Type: Remote

Reference ID: JN -092025-103695

Date Posted: 09/14/2025

Shortcut: http://careers.eliassen.com/QUAWcN

Description

This job is fully remote, and must be able to work East Coast operating hours

We are looking for a Mainframe ACAPS application engineer who is skilled with ACAPS, COBOL, JPL and Mainframe platform engineering.

Rate: $55-65/hr W2

Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a W2 basis. For our W2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and implement new features for mainframe ACAPS application while continuously improving quality of technical products and applications
• Provide technical knowledge and leadership as a developer on an agile squad
• Work collaboratively with other software engineers to define system architectures and design solutions
• Develop software meeting code quality standards and metrics
• Practice test-driven development
• Participate in communities of practice by contributing to and following standards, reviewing others code, and sharing knowledge
• Achieve operational excellence by automating processes and writing maintainable, supportable, and testable code
• Maintain effective partnerships with operations and engineering teams to drive service improvement
• Remain current on IT trends pertaining to their area of practice
• Assist with problem resolution for end users and customers
• Contribute to the definition of operational procedures for software development
• Maintain appropriate controls and documentation to ensure compliance of audit requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Experience Requirements

MUST HAVE SKILLS:

• ACAPS
• COBOL
• JCL
• Platform Engineering - Main Frame

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS:

• Data Power
• DB2
• DevOps
• IBM IDZ
• MQ

Education and Qualifications

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• 5+ years of Mainframe/ACAPS experience
• Knowledge of object-oriented and functional software design
• Understanding of Software Development Methodologies
• Understanding of security best practices
• Strong problem solving skills
• Strong collaboration skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or comparable with 5+ years of experience

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.

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About Eliassen Group:

Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.

Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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