Hybrid Mainframe Architect — z/OS, COBOL & DB2 Lead

ClifyX; Richardson (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT recruitment agency seeks a Mainframe Application/Solution Architect in Texas. The ideal candidate has 10-15 years of experience with IBM z/OS, leading a team in Tier 3 support, and proficiency in PL/I, COBOL, JCL, and DB2. Key responsibilities include providing code enhancements and bug fixes while ensuring system stability. This contract role offers a hybrid work environment, which includes onsite requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10-15 years of experience supporting applications on IBM z/OS and leading a team.
• 5+ years in PL/I or COBOL development is crucial.
• Strong knowledge of JCL, PROCs, and REXX.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 3 Support for mainframe OSS applications.
• Identify and remediate vulnerabilities in mainframe modules.
• Assist Tier 2 Support with end-user inquiries.

Skills

PL/I

COBOL

JCL

DB2

REXX

SAS

IMS

Tools

Abend-Aid

Fault Analyzer

Endevor

Job description

A leading IT recruitment agency seeks a Mainframe Application/Solution Architect in Texas. The ideal candidate has 10-15 years of experience with IBM z/OS, leading a team in Tier 3 support, and proficiency in PL/I, COBOL, JCL, and DB2. Key responsibilities include providing code enhancements and bug fixes while ensuring system stability. This contract role offers a hybrid work environment, which includes onsite requirements.