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Accenture

Mainframe Specialist

Herndon, VA

$70K - $196K/yr

Partner with cross-functional teams-architects, developers, QA, and business analysts-to gather ... Mentor and coach junior team members, cultivating their mainframe and modernization skills.

Kyndryl

Fullstack Agentic AI Engineer

Laurel, MD · On-site

$50.25 - $64.50/hr

... mentoring junior developers, sharing knowledge and best practices in mainframe development. * Ensure proper change management for all requested changes, fixes and enhancements to production ...

ActioNet

EOC Engineer- Junior Level

Suitland, MD

ActioNet has an opportunity for a EOC Engineer- Junior Level. This role is Hybrid - the primary ... Knowledge of mainframe, mini, or client/server systems. * Experience assisting in system ...

ActioNet

EOC Engineer- Junior Level

Suitland, MD

Description ActioNet has an opportunity for a EOC Engineer- Junior Level. This role is Hybrid - the ... Knowledge of mainframe, mini, or client/server systems. * Experience assisting in system ...

ActioNet

EOC Engineer- Junior Level

Suitland, MD · On-site

ActioNet has an opportunity for a EOC Engineer - Junior Level . This role is Hybrid - the primary ... Knowledge of mainframe, mini, or client/server systems. * Experience assisting in system ...

Tata Consultancy Service Limited

Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$130K - $140K/yr

... Mainframe environment • Good working knowledge of CICS for online transaction processing • ... to junior team members when required Generic Managerial Skills, If any • Strong written and ...

Tata Consultancy Services

Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining COBOL/JCL-based mainframe applications ... to junior team members when required Qualifications : Required : • Strong hands-on experience ...

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What are Junior Mainframe Programmers?

Junior Mainframe Programmers are entry-level professionals who work with mainframe computer systems, typically maintaining, developing, and troubleshooting software written in languages like COBOL, JCL, or Assembler. They assist in supporting legacy systems that handle large-scale data processing tasks for industries such as banking, insurance, and government. Their responsibilities often include coding, debugging, running batch jobs, and ensuring that mainframe applications run smoothly under the supervision of senior programmers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Junior Mainframe Programmer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Junior Mainframe Programmer, you need a solid understanding of programming languages like COBOL, JCL, and SQL, often supported by a degree in computer science or related field. Familiarity with IBM mainframe environments, version control systems, and database management tools is crucial for daily tasks. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to learn quickly help you adapt to legacy systems and collaborate with senior developers. These skills are essential to ensure reliable system maintenance, effective troubleshooting, and smooth integration within enterprise IT teams.

What are the typical responsibilities of a Junior Mainframe Programmer in their first year on the job?

In their first year, a Junior Mainframe Programmer is usually responsible for maintaining and updating existing mainframe applications, assisting with coding tasks, debugging programs, and performing routine batch processing operations. They often work under the guidance of senior programmers and participate in code reviews, documentation, and testing activities. Collaboration with analysts, QA testers, and other IT professionals is common to ensure program changes meet requirements and function smoothly in the production environment.
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Urgent Requirement -Mainframe Developer-Mclean, VA (Day 1 onsite)

Ekcel Technologies Inc

Mclean, VA • On-site

$49.50 - $63.75/hr

Contractor

Posted 12 hours ago

Job description

Mainframe Developer
Mclean, VA (Day 1 onsite)
 

Essential Skills:

  • A minimum of 6+ years of experience engineering exciting solutions
  • 6+ years of experience in developing applications using mainframe technologies
  • Hands-on experience on mainframe technologies such as:
  • COBOL, DB2, SAS, JCL, IMS, CICS, REXX, VSAM, z/OS, TSO, ISPF, SYNCSORT, Mainframe utilities, Jobtrac- job scheduler, ISPW- change management tool
  • Relational databases (Sybase, DB2, SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL)
  • Good communication skills. The incumbent will be responsible for interfacing and influencing with the business lines as well as others across IT.
  • Willing to work in production support activities on rotation basis
  • Experienced in training junior staff and leading initiatives (Application Development and Production Support)
  • Mortgage industry experience
  • Experience in Mainframe integration with APIs, IT modernization efforts a plus
  • Encouraging a Continuous Exploration process and likes to take on challenges with calculated risk.
  • Passion for driving value to customers and excitement for modern delivery (CI/CD) process.
  • Ability to work quickly on delivery and able to apply risk-based approach to prioritize work
  • Ability to quickly comprehend the functions and capabilities of new technologies, and identify process improvements and efficiencies opportunities
  • Good interpersonal, relationship building and team working skills
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with various teams, both business and technical, to achieve goals.
  • Motivated to learn new technologies and identify process improvements and efficiencies.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

Essential Qualification:

  • Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, or related IT field is a must