Sr. DB2 Programmer / Developer

360 IT Professionals; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health insurance

Job summary

A leading staffing firm in the United States is seeking experienced IT professionals to work on enhancing information systems. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience with Natural for DB2, z/OS JCL, and complex SQL queries. The role requires a strong understanding of data analysis and testing processes. The firm offers a positive work environment and comprehensive health benefits. Candidates are required to pass background screening upon offer acceptance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience creating, maintaining, and enhancing information systems.
• 8+ years experience with z/OS JCL and TSO ISPF.
• Extensive experience with complex SQL queries and large data structures.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance IT applications using Natural for DB2.
• Work on systems including the Integrated Tax System and Audit Systems.
• Conduct unit and system integration testing for developed applications.

Skills

Natural for DB2

z/OS JCL

TSO ISPF

DB2 reporting mechanisms

complex SQL queries

data analysis

Agile

unit testing

Tools

Microsoft Office

IBM’s QMF

Squirrel

Query Man

Teradata Data SQL Assistant

Job description

We are focused on imparting effective business staffing services through high level cost effective solutions. We have a strong foundation built on legacy and emerging technologies, including excellent track record of on-time delivery. We are leaders in providing additional custom IT Services with a proficient approach towards development of emerging mobile-based applications and web based application development. We are emerging as one of the largest private talent sourcing and management firms in the US.

Job Description

Location: Austin, TX 78774

Duration: 12+ Months

Must Have:

• 8+ Years Experience creating, maintaining, and enhancing information systems written in Natural for DB2
• 8+ Years Experience with z/OS JCL and TSO ISPF
• 8+ Years Experience working with applications including the Integrated Tax System (ITS), Audit Systems, and Statewide Financial Systems.
• 6+ Years Experience with the development of various DB2 reporting mechanisms such as IBM’s Query Management Facility (QMF), Squirrel, Query Man, or Teradata Data SQL Assistant
• 6+ Years Experience creating complex SQL queries, reports, and data extracts from DB2 z/OS DBMS
• 4+ Years Extensive experience analyzing data from various data models, databases, and tables
• 3+ Years Experience with software development processes, prepare detailed documentation and generate work estimates in an Agile, RAD and other SDLC environments
• 3+ Years Extensive experience with highly complex security application requirements
• 3+ Years Experience in unit and system integration testing of developed application
• 3+ Years Experience writing conversion programs to transform extremely large complex data structures into other formats.
• 3+ Years Experience accepting assignments from a formal process such as an ITIL ticketing system

Qualifications

Preferences:

• 4+ Years Experience creating, maintaining, and enhancing information systems written in COBOL
• 2+ Years Experience working with enterprise software solutions
• 2+ Years Public sector experience (Federal, State or Local Government)
• 2+ Years Experience with Web-enabling mainframe Natural programs
• 2+ Years Proficient with the Microsoft Office products, including Microsoft Project, Word, Visio, Excel and PowerPoint

Additional Information

I would love to talk to you if you think this position suits your interest. If you are looking for rewarding employment and a company that puts its employees first, we would like to work with you. We also offer group health insurance. NOTE: “Candidates that are offered a position are required to pass pre-employment drug and background screening”