z/OS Developer

Anchor-Software-LLC; Plano (TX); Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Anchor Software LLC is seeking a talented Mainframe Developer to join our Plano, TX team. You will design, develop, and maintain critical mainframe applications, writing and debugging COBOL, JCL, and related code.

Ideal candidates bring strong z/OS expertise, familiarity with debugging tools like XPEDITER or File-AID, and the ability to work independently within a collaborative team. This remote role offers engaging projects and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in mainframe development (COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2 or similar).
• Strong knowledge of z/OS or IBM mainframe environments.
• Experience with mainframe debugging tools such as XPEDITER or File-AID.
• Familiarity with batch processing, VSAM, and data management techniques.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain mainframe applications and systems
• Write, test, and debug COBOL, JCL, and other mainframe-based code
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions
• Analyze and resolve mainframe system issues and performance bottlenecks
• Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to development standards
• Support mainframe batch processing, job scheduling, and automation
• Document technical specifications, processes, and system changes

Skills

Mainframe development

COBOL

JCL

CICS

DB2

z/OS

XPEDITER

File-AID

Batch processing

VSAM

Data management

Tools

XPEDITER

File-AID

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)


• Employee discounts


• Health insurance


• Paid time off


• Competitive salary


• Dental insurance


• Vision insurance

About the Role:

Anchor Software LLC is looking for a talented Mainframe (MF) Developer to join our growing team in Plano, TX. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical systems in a collaborative and innovative environment. If you're passionate about mainframe technologies and want to make a real impact, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain mainframe applications and systems


• Write, test, and debug COBOL, JCL, and other mainframe-based code


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions


• Analyze and resolve mainframe system issues and performance bottlenecks


• Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to development standards


• Support mainframe batch processing, job scheduling, and automation


• Document technical specifications, processes, and system changes

Requirements:

• Proven experience in mainframe development (COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, or similar)


• Strong understanding of z/OS or IBM mainframe environments


• Experience with mainframe debugging tools such as XPEDITER or File-AID


• Familiarity with batch processing, VSAM, and data management techniques


• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

About Us:

Anchor Software LLC is a technology-driven company based in Plano, TX, dedicated to delivering high-quality software solutions to clients across a variety of industries. Our team thrives on tackling complex challenges with innovative thinking and a commitment to excellence. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work culture where talented developers can grow, collaborate, and do their best work.

This is a remote position.