Mainframe Developer

NTT DATA, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 96,800 - 145,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

NTT DATA is seeking a Mainframe Developer in Dallas, Texas to provide technical leadership and develop architecture solutions for high-scale data processing. You will reinforce standards, mentor engineers, and work with Operations to plan infrastructure upgrades for optimal uptime.

The role requires strong CICS, COBOL, and DB2 expertise, with knowledge of VSAM, JCL, and related tools. Financial services brokerage domain experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or similar subject.
• 5+ years of information technology experience.
• Financial services experience, preferably in Brokerage Domain.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for key initiatives.
• Develop and maintain architecture solutions for high-scale data processing.
• Set and reinforce technical standards.
• Lead junior and senior engineers and mentor them.
• Assess current platform implementations and elevate platform to meet customer needs.
• Collaborate with Operations to plan infrastructure upgrades and optimize performance.
• Suggest process improvements and drive better customer service.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and production support.

Skills

CICS

COBOL

DB2

VSAM

JCL

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

DB2 tools

File-Aid

Scheduler

Debugger tools

Job description

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable and forward‑thinking organization, apply now.

Mainframe Developer (Dallas, Texas)

Responsibilities

• Provide thought & technical leadership for key initiatives.
• Develop and maintain architecture solutions on a platform dedicated to high‑scale processing of large amounts of data.
• Set, communicate, and reinforce technical standards.
• Provide leadership for junior and senior engineers alike, by understanding how to leverage and enhance their current skills.
• Assess and research current implementations of the platform and determine the course of action required to elevate the platform to meet customer needs.
• Work with Operations to plan major infrastructure upgrades, troubleshoot issues, and tune the environment for optimal performance and uptime.
• Collaborate with peers and management on process improvement ideas, policy and procedure enhancements, and opportunities to improve customer service experience.
• Participate in code review, unit testing and provide support on issues in non‑prod or production.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years on CICS, COBOL, DB2, VSAM and JCL.
• 5+ years of CICS system knowledge would be valuable.

Preferred Skills

• Good understanding of CICS Dynamic Transaction Routing process.
• Familiar with DB2 tools, File‑Aid, scheduler and debugger tools.
• Understanding of Distributed Applications/ System.
• Exposure to Brokerage/Finance domain is an added advantage.
• Prior experience working in highly transactional, fault‑tolerant and data‑driven systems.
• Ability to identify areas of risk or potential problems and take action to mitigate them.
• Ability to work with less experienced staff to mitigate more complex issues.
• Ability to apply different communication and leadership styles for different teams and geographies.
• Ability to lead through influence and know what data is needed to drive effective decisions.
• Ability to assess and plan projects, stakeholder needs, and manage deadlines and risks.
• Ability to anticipate roadblocks, diagnose problems and generate effective solutions.
• Ability to build communication and rapport with partners and stakeholders.
• Ability to adapt in a changing environment and be effective in many different business settings.
• Ability to take initiative, define vision for betterment of products, and execute at a high level of quality.
• Ability to plan and work with geographically spread out teams.
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Curiosity to constantly relearn/explore new processes/technologies.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or similar subject.
• 5+ years of experience in information technology.
• Financial services experience, preferably in Brokerage Domain.

NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for U.S.-based positions. The starting pay range for this role is $96,800 - $145,200 per annum. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance.

This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401(k) program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

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Nearest Major Market: Dallas
Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth
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