Mainframe Developer

TechDigital Group; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Senior Technical Specialist to provide expert technical guidance and support in Mainframe technologies including Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL, and CICS. The ideal candidate will enhance mainframe applications, manage data integrity, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment. Relevant certifications in Mainframe technologies are a plus.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in mainframe cobol programming language.
• Strong working knowledge of db2 for database design, development, and administration.
• Experience with vsam datasets management for storing and retrieving data on mainframes.
• Familiarity with jcl (job control language) scripting for batch processing.
• Hands-on expertise in mainframe cics (customer information control system).

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance cobol programs and applications on mainframes.
• Perform database design, development, and optimization using db2 on the mainframe platform.
• Manage and administer vsam datasets to ensure optimal performance and data integrity.
• Create, modify, and debug jcl job control language for batch processing on mainframes.
• Provide support for mainframe cics transactions and applications.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Implement best practices for mainframe software development and maintenance.
• Conduct performance tuning and capacity planning for mainframe resources.

Skills

Mainframe Cobol programming

DB2 database development

VSAM datasets management

JCL scripting

Mainframe CICS expertise

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork abilities

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work in dynamic environment

Job description

Overview

The Senior Technical Specialist will be responsible for providing expert technical guidance and support in the areas of Mainframe Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL, Mainframe CICS. The role involves ensuring the stability, security, and efficiency of mainframe systems and applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance cobol programs and applications on mainframes.
• Perform database design, development, and optimization using db2 on the mainframe platform.
• Manage and administer vsam datasets to ensure optimal performance and data integrity.
• Create, modify, and debug jcl job control language for batch processing on mainframes.
• Provide support for mainframe cics (customer information control system) transactions and applications.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to mainframe systems and applications.
• Implement best practices for mainframe software development and maintenance.
• Conduct performance tuning and capacity planning for mainframe resources.

Required Skills / Qualifications

• Proficiency in mainframe cobol programming language.
• Strong working knowledge of db2 for database design, development, and administration.
• Experience with vsam datasets management for storing and retrieving data on mainframes.
• Familiarity with jcl (job control language) scripting for batch processing.
• Hands-on expertise in mainframe cics (customer information control system).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic environment.

Certifications

Relevant certifications in Mainframe technologies are a plus.