Mainframe Developer

The Judge Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a professional in Columbus, OH, experienced in IBM z/OS mainframe environments. The role involves analyzing business requirements and collaborating with teams throughout the Software Development Life Cycle.

Successful candidates will have hands-on experience in job automation using CA7, debugging skills, and strong analytical abilities. Candidates must be able to work effectively in large forums and provide timely resolution to technical issues.

Qualifications

• Experience working in Mainframe Environment: IBM z/OS systems and tools.
• Hands-on experience with CA7 scheduler job automation.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the SDLC.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.

Skills

Mainframe Environment (IBM z/OS)

CA7 Scheduling

REXX

Easytrieve

Debugging skills

Batch job processes

Technical design specifications

Cross-functional collaboration

Troubleshooting skills

DB2

VSAM

IMS DB/DC

Analytical skills

Job description

Overview

Location: Columbus OH / Wilmington DE / Minneapolis MN

Contract type: contract to hire

Required Skills

• Working in Mainframe Environment: IBM z/OS systems and associated utilities/tools (e.g., CICS, TSO/ISPF, SDSF, File-AID, Abend-Aid)
• Mainframe Tools: CA7 (Scheduling), Endeavor, REXX and Easytrieve
• Hand on experience with CA7 scheduler job automation
• Hands on experience debugging independently
• Extensive hands-on working experience with mainframe systems
• Strong understanding of batch job processes
• Hands on experience in creating modern tech stack automation frameworks
• Experience with REXX, SORT utilities, and creating JCLs
• Analyze user and business requirements and translate them into technical design specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (analysts, testers, operations) throughout the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, bugs, and production incidents in a timely manner.
• DB2, VSAM, IMS DB/DC (experience may vary by company).
• Ability to work at enterprise level and communicate in large forums
• Strong analytical and communication skills