Mainframe Developer - COBOL/JCL

Job Summary :

We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer with strong expertise in IBM Mainframe technologies to design, develop, enhance, and support enterprise applications. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in IMS, JCL, COBOL, and DB2, along with a strong understanding of application development, maintenance, and production support in a Mainframe environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Mainframe applications.

• Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

• Develop and enhance applications using COBOL, JCL, IMS, and DB2.

• Perform impact analysis and support application modernization initiatives.

• Troubleshoot production issues and provide timely resolutions.

• Create and maintain technical documentation, design specifications, and test cases.

• Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for successful project delivery.

• Support deployment activities and post-production stabilization.

• Optimize application performance and improve system reliability.

Required Skills :

• Strong hands-on experience in :

• COBOL

• JCL

• IMS DB / IMS DC

• IBM DB2

• Experience in Mainframe application development and support.

• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of batch processing and online transaction systems.

• Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Preferred Skills :

• Exposure to Mainframe modernization projects.

• Experience in Banking, Insurance, Retail, or Financial Services domains.

• Knowledge of Agile methodologies.

Education :

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.