Mainframe Developer - Core Banking

Cognizant; Jackson (MS); Remote; USD 68,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401(k) plan and contributions

Paid holidays plus PTO

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer with strong COBOL-based mainframe expertise to support core banking systems. The role emphasizes batch processing, debugging, and production support across Deposits, Loans, GL, and Tax modules.

Responsibilities include analyzing requirements, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering high‑quality mainframe solutions aligned with banking objectives. This remote US-based position offers flexibility and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of hands-on Mainframe development in COBOL/JCL/VSAM and batch processing.
• Strong experience in Core Banking applications including deposits, loans, customer/account management, GL and tax systems.
• Experience with mainframe tools such as Endevor, Xpediter, and Easytrieve.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, enhance, test, and maintain mainframe applications supporting core banking operations.
• Analyze requirements and translate them into effective mainframe solutions.
• Develop and support batch processing jobs using COBOL, JCL, VSAM, and related technologies.
• Perform code debugging, troubleshooting, defect resolution, and production support.
• Collaborate with BAs, architects, testers and stakeholders to implement enhancements.

Skills

Mainframe development

Banking domain knowledge

Requirements analysis

Tools

COBOL

JCL

VSAM

Endevor

Xpediter

Easytrieve

CICS

IMS

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer with strong expertise in core banking applications and mainframe technologies. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience supporting and enhancing critical banking systems, including Deposits, Loans, Customer/Account Management, General Ledger, and Tax applications. The role requires deep technical knowledge of COBOL‑based mainframe environments, batch processing, and banking domain expertise to deliver high‑quality solutions and support business objectives.

In this role, you will:

• Design, develop, enhance, test, and maintain mainframe applications supporting core banking operations.
• Analyze business and technical requirements and translate them into effective mainframe solutions.
• Develop and support batch processing jobs using COBOL, JCL, VSAM, and other mainframe technologies.
• Perform code debugging, troubleshooting, defect resolution, and production support activities.
• Collaborate with business analysts, architects, testers, and stakeholders to implement system enhancements.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, SIT/UAT support, and deployment activities.

Work model

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in United States, where our hubs are located. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work‑life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

Please note:

Cognizant cannot provide sponsorship for this role now or in the future.

What you need to have to be considered

• Minimum 5+ years of hands‑on experience in Mainframe application development using COBOL, JCL, VSAM, standard mainframe utilities, and batch processing environments.
• Strong hands‑on experience in Core Banking applications, including one or more of the following areas: Deposits, Loans, Customer & Account Management, General Ledger, and Tax Systems.
• Experience with mainframe development and support tools such as Endevor (or equivalent version control tools), Xpediter (or equivalent debugging tools), and Easytrieve (or similar reporting/query tools).
• Knowledge of CICS and IMS is preferred.
• Proven ability to analyze requirements, develop enhancements, troubleshoot issues, and support testing and production deployments within a banking environment.
• Experience with FIS Systematics Core Banking Platform is highly preferred and considered a significant advantage.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $ 68422 to $ 114000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long‑term/Short‑term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.