Mainframe Developer

Synechron; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Maternity & Paternity leave

Retirement savings plans

Udemy for Business

Job summary

Synechron is seeking a skilled Mainframe Developer with strong Cobol experience to design, develop, test, and maintain mainframe applications, ensuring high performance and reliability. The role requires 8+ years of Cobol-focused mainframe development and deep knowledge of JCL, CICS, VSAM, and DB2.

Collaboration with analysts and stakeholders is essential. The base salary is competitive and varies by geography; in the Dallas, TX area, it ranges from $90k to $105k per year with benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a Mainframe Developer focusing on Cobol.
• Strong knowledge of JCL, CICS, VSAM, DB2 and related technologies.
• Experience with debugging and performance tuning.
• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field.
• Able to work in teams and independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain Cobol programs on mainframe systems.
• Analyze and optimize Cobol applications for performance improvements.
• Collaborate with business analysts to gather requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to mainframe applications.
• Perform code reviews and ensure coding standards are met.
• Maintain documentation of configurations and amendments.
• Support deployment and production activities.

Skills

Cobol

JCL

CICS

VSAM

DB2

Debugging

Performance tuning

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT or related field

Job description

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

We are seeking a skilled Mainframe Developer with strong experience in Cobol to join our IT team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining mainframe applications, ensuring high performance and reliability..

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Pittsburgh, PA/Dallas, TX is $90k - $105k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and maintain Cobol programs and applications on mainframe systems.
• Analyze existing Cobol applications for enhancements and optimizations.
• Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to gather requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to mainframe applications.
• Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.
• Maintain documentation of configurations and amendments.
• Support deployment and production activities.

Requirements:

• 8+ of experience as a Mainframe Developer with a focus on Cobol.
• Strong understanding of mainframe environments, JCL, CICS, VSAM, DB2, and other related technologies.
• Experience with debugging and performance tuning.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 22 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & Paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world's leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture.

SYNECHRON'S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative 'Same Difference' is committed to fostering an inclusive culture - promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant's gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.