Solution Architecture - Intermediate

Epitec; Providence (RI); Hybrid; USD 162,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Remote consideration

Job summary

Epitec is seeking an experienced COBOL Programmer to support critical legacy applications on IBM Mainframe and IBM iSeries (AS/400). The role focuses on production support, enhancements, interface development, database support, and modernization initiatives for long-standing enterprise systems.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on COBOL, strong legacy system experience, and the ability to collaborate with both technical and business stakeholders in a hybrid/remote environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of hands-on COBOL development experience.
• Experience supporting IBM Mainframe environments (VSE, VM).
• Experience with CICS and JCL.
• Strong SQL and database support experience.
• Experience with DB2, IBM SQL/DS, ADABAS, VSAM, or similar legacy databases.
• Experience supporting AS/400 (IBM iSeries) environments.
• Experience with SFTP, FTP, and ODBC integrations.
• Ability to troubleshoot production and runtime issues.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, Teams, and Visio.

Responsibilities

• Provide COBOL, JCL, and CICS programming support.
• Maintain and enhance existing production applications.
• Support applications utilizing SQL/DS, ADABAS, and VSAM databases.
• Develop and support interfaces and data transfers using SFTP and FTP.
• Troubleshoot production/runtime issues and partner with operations teams.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation.
• Generate reports and operational status updates.
• Support modernization and migration initiatives.
• Contribute to modernization efforts of legacy systems.

Skills

COBOL development

Mainframe support

CICS

JCL

SQL

DB2/ADABAS/VSAM

AS/400 IBM iSeries

SFTP/FTP

Troubleshooting

Tools

VSAM

ADABAS

DB2

SFTP

FTP

Job description

COBOL Programmer (Mainframe / AS400)

Location: Cranston, RI (Hybrid Preferred, Remote Considered) *Local Candidates Preferred*

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Core Hours 8:30 AM-4:00 PM ET

Duration: 1 year Ongoing

Compensation: $78-80 per hour with benefits

Overview

Epitec is seeking an experienced COBOL Programmer to support and enhance critical legacy applications in both IBM Mainframe and IBM iSeries (AS/400) environments. This position focuses on production support, application enhancements, interface development, database support, and modernization initiatives for long-standing enterprise systems.

The ideal candidate will have recent, hands-on experience with COBOL development, strong legacy system support experience, and the ability to work closely with both technical and business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

IBM Mainframe Support (VSE / VM)

• Provide COBOL, JCL, and CICS programming support
• Maintain and enhance existing production applications
• Support applications utilizing SQL/DS, ADABAS, and VSAM databases
• Develop and support interfaces and data transfers using SFTP and FTP
• Troubleshoot production/runtime issues and partner with operations teams
• Develop and maintain technical documentation
• Generate reports and operational status updates
• Support modernization and migration initiatives

IBM iSeries / AS400 Support

• Provide COBOL programming support for System/36 and native mode environments
• Maintain and enhance existing applications
• Develop and document interfaces with external agencies and systems
• Support DB2 databases and SQL-based applications
• Troubleshoot production issues and application failures
• Maintain program, database, and interface documentation
• Assist with technical audits, reviews, and process improvements
• Contribute to modernization efforts of legacy systems

Required Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of hands-on COBOL development experience
• Experience supporting IBM Mainframe environments (VSE, VM)
• Experience with CICS and JCL
• Strong SQL and database support experience
• Experience with DB2, IBM SQL/DS, ADABAS, VSAM, or similar legacy databases
• Experience supporting AS/400 (IBM iSeries) environments
• Experience with SFTP, FTP, and ODBC integrations
• Ability to troubleshoot production and runtime issues
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Experience using Microsoft Office, Teams, and Visio

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SharePoint integrations from Mainframe or AS/400 environments
• Experience supporting modernization, migration, or legacy application transformation projects
• Experience with Syncsort, MacKinney Systems, or similar IBM utilities

What We're Looking For

Successful candidates will have a strong background supporting live production environments and be comfortable maintaining, enhancing, and modernizing legacy enterprise applications. Experience with both Mainframe and AS/400 environments is highly desirable.