Mainframe

TechDigital Group; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

TechDigital Group is seeking a Mainframe Technical Specialist to design, develop, and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL, DB2, VSAM, JCL, and CICS. The role emphasizes stability and performance of mainframe systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

The candidate will develop and maintain mainframe applications, address technical issues, design enhancements, and perform thorough testing and debugging to ensure accuracy and integrity of

Qualifications

• Proficiency in COBOL, CICS, DB2, JCL and VSAM is required.
• Strong understanding of mainframe architecture and technologies.
• Ability to design, develop and maintain mainframe applications with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL, DB2, VSAM, JCL and CICS.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze issues and deliver solutions.
• Design and implement enhancements to existing mainframe applications.
• Perform testing and debugging to ensure accuracy and integrity of programs.
• Monitor performance of mainframe systems and optimize as needed.
• Provide technical support to internal teams.

Skills

COBOL

CICS

DB2

JCL

VSAM

Job description

Mainframe Technical Specialist - Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL, CICS

Must Have Skill

COBOL, Customer Information Control System (CICS),IBM DB2,Job Control Language (JCL),Virtual Storage Access Methods (VSAM)

The Technical Specialist in Mainframe Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL, Mainframe CICS will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining mainframe applications using various technologies. The role involves ensuring the stability and performance of mainframe systems while collaborating with cross functional teams to deliver high‑quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Develop and maintain mainframe applications using cobol, db2, vsam, jcl, and cics technologies.
• 2. Collaborate with other teams to analyze and address technical issues related to mainframe systems.
• 3. Design and implement enhancements and modifications to existing mainframe applications.
• 4. Perform testing and debugging of mainframe programs to ensure accuracy and integrity.
• 5. Monitor the performance of mainframe systems and optimize as required.
• 6. Provide technical support and expertise to internal teams as needed.

Skill Requirements

• 1. Proficiency in mainframe cobol, db2, vsam, jcl, and mainframe cics programming languages.
• 2. Strong understanding of mainframe architecture and technologies.
• 3. Experience in designing and developing mainframe applications.
• 4. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.
• 5. Good communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with team members.
• 6. Attention to detail and ability to work independently or in a team environment.