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Mainframe Developer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$47.25 - $60.75/hr

Job Title Mainframe Developer - DB2 & CICS Location Columbus, OH Experience 6-8 Years Job Overview ... The ideal candidate will support and enhance enterprise mainframe applications, ensuring stability ...

Mainframe Developer

Westlake, TX · On-site

$47 - $60.50/hr

This role involves designing, developing, maintaining, and supporting mainframe applications while collaborating closely with business, product, architecture, operations, and engineering teams. The ...

Mainframe Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50.50 - $65/hr

Minimum seven years of mainframe applications development and production support work experience ... Expert knowledge on mainframe programming languages and technologies namely COBOL, DB2, JCL, CICS ...

Mainframe Developer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$51.25 - $65.75/hr

Mainframe Developer Location: Jersey City, NJ(Onsite) Mainframe: * 8-10 years of experience in designing and developing Mainframe applications * Experience in COBOL (Modify existing programs to ...

Mainframe Developer

Wilmington, DE · On-site

$47.50 - $61.25/hr

Role: Mainframe Developer Location: Wilmington, DE (Day one onsite) 8-10 years of experience in designing and developing Mainframe applications Experience in COBOL (Modify existing programs to ...

Mainframe Developer & Support

Manhattan, NY

$54 - $69.50/hr

Maintain and administer current IPIS mainframe applications. Support the development of new ... programming. Data Transport & Loading: Conduct data transport from mainframe to Windows server text ...

Mainframe Developer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$51.25 - $65.75/hr

Title: Mainframe Developer Location: Jersey City, NJ 8-10+ years of experience in designing and developing Mainframe applications Experience in COBOL (Modify existing programs to handling new ...

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Mainframe developer (Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL, CICS)

Mainframe developer (Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL, CICS)

K-Tek Resourcing LLC

Holmdel, NJ

$54.75 - $70.50/hr

Other

Posted 29 days ago


Job description

Role: Mainframe developer (Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL, CICS)

Work Location  : Holmdel, NJ (Onsite)

Duration: Long Term
Implementation Partner - HCL America

 


Job Summary
The Technical Specialist in Mainframe Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL, Mainframe CICS will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining mainframe applications using various technologies. The role involves ensuring the stability and performance of mainframe systems while collaborating with cross functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
Key Responsibilities
1. Develop and maintain mainframe applications using cobol, db2, vsam, jcl, and cics technologies.
2. Collaborate with other teams to analyze and address technical issues related to mainframe systems.
3. Design and implement enhancements and modifications to existing mainframe applications.
4. Perform testing and debugging of mainframe programs to ensure accuracy and integrity.
5. Monitor the performance of mainframe systems and optimize as required.
6. Provide technical support and expertise to internal teams as needed.
Skill Requirements
1. Proficiency in mainframe cobol, db2, vsam, jcl, and mainframe cics programming languages.
2. Strong understanding of mainframe architecture and technologies.
3. Experience in designing and developing mainframe applications.
4. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.
5. Good communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with team members.
6. Attention to detail and ability to work independently or in a team environment.