Senior Mainframe Developer (ACI Money Transfer systems)

Cognizant; Augusta (ME); Remote; USD 60,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401(k) plan and contributions

Paid holidays and PTO

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Senior Mainframe Developer (ACI Money Transfer) to analyze requirements and implement enhancements in payment processing systems. The role involves coding, testing, SIT/UAT support, deployments, and documentation, with Agile participation across cross-functional teams.

Remote role open to qualified US applicants, with flexibility and strong emphasis on work-life balance and project-driven expectations. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Mainframe application development.
• Strong COBOL programming in Mainframe environments.
• Experience with ACI Money Transfer System (MTS) or similar payment platforms.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), testing methodologies, and release management processes.

Responsibilities

• Identify application changes and develop solutions aligned with business and technical requirements.
• Perform coding, unit testing, and quality validation of developed enhancements and fixes.
• Coordinate and support System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT), including defect analysis and resolution.
• Execute production deployments, validate post-release changes, and support rollout activities.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, deployment guides, and process documentation.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and status meetings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure timely delivery of enhancements.

Skills

Mainframe development

COBOL

Unix/Linux

SDLC

Testing

Release management

Agile ceremonies

Tools

ACI Money Transfer System (MTS)

Mainframe tooling

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Mainframe Developer (ACI Money Transfer systems) with experience in payment processing applications, Mainframe technologies, and ACI Money Transfer systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing business requirements, implementing system enhancements, supporting testing activities, and ensuring successful deployment of application changes

In this role, you will:

• · Identify application changes and develop solutions aligned with business and technical requirements.
• · Perform coding, unit testing, and quality validation of developed enhancements and fixes.
• · Coordinate and support System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT), including defect analysis and resolution.
• · Execute production deployments, validate post-release changes, and support rollout activities.
• · Prepare and maintain technical documentation, deployment guides, and process documentation.
• · Participate in Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and status meetings.
• · Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure timely delivery of enhancements.

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

• · 5+ years of experience in Mainframe application development.
• · Strong hands-on experience with COBOL programming in Mainframe environments.
• · Working knowledge of Unix/Linux operating systems and scripting fundamentals.
• · Experience with ACI Money Transfer System (MTS) or similar payment processing platforms.
• · Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), testing methodologies, and release management processes.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $ 60000 to $ 93500 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:

Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• 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.