The architect will analyze, document, remediate, and upgrade legacy Mainframe FOCUS assets and related systems impacted by a statewide accounting system transition. Key Responsibilities • Analyze ...
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The architect will analyze, document, remediate, and upgrade legacy Mainframe FOCUS assets and related systems impacted by a statewide accounting system transition. Key Responsibilities • Analyze ...
Enterprise Production Stability & Resiliency Lead (Mainframe Focus)
Hartford, CT · On-site
$19 - $26/hr
Job Title- Enterprise Production Stability & Resiliency Lead (Mainframe Focus) Project Location - Remote (EST ZONE) Duration- 6+ months contract Visa- USC/ GC/ GCEAD/ H1B Position Summary We are ...
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Enterprise Production Stability & Resiliency Lead (Mainframe Focus)
Hartford, CT · On-site
$19 - $26/hr
Job Title- Enterprise Production Stability & Resiliency Lead (Mainframe Focus) Project Location - Remote (EST ZONE) Duration- 6+ months contract Visa- USC/ GC/ GCEAD/ H1B Position Summary We are ...
They are seeking an Enterprise Application Integration (EA) Engineer to develop programs and processes in mainframe Focus and WebFocus, as well as create reports presenting financial data.
They are seeking an Enterprise Application Integration (EA) Engineer to develop programs and processes in mainframe Focus and WebFocus, as well as create reports presenting financial data.
Applications Architect
Tallahassee, FL · On-site
Convert Mainframe FOCUS queries to T-SQL queries * Convert flat file data sources to database tables * Perform knowledge transfer with technical staff Required Skills & Experience * Minimum of 7 ...
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Applications Architect
Tallahassee, FL · On-site
Convert Mainframe FOCUS queries to T-SQL queries * Convert flat file data sources to database tables * Perform knowledge transfer with technical staff Required Skills & Experience * Minimum of 7 ...
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Power BI Developer
Tallahassee, FL · On-site
$64 - $72/hr
Mainframe FOCUS * Oracle Data Warehouse * Power Automate / Power Apps * Scrum / Agile Key Responsibilities : * Develop Power BI dashboards and reports * Convert WebFOCUS/Mainframe FOCUS reports to ...
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Power BI Developer
Tallahassee, FL · On-site
$64 - $72/hr
Mainframe FOCUS * Oracle Data Warehouse * Power Automate / Power Apps * Scrum / Agile Key Responsibilities : * Develop Power BI dashboards and reports * Convert WebFOCUS/Mainframe FOCUS reports to ...
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Power BI Developer
Tallahassee, FL · On-site
$64 - $72/hr
Mainframe FOCUS * Oracle Data Warehouse * Power Automate / Power Apps * Scrum / Agile Key Responsibilities : * Develop Power BI dashboards and reports * Convert WebFOCUS/Mainframe FOCUS reports to ...
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Power BI Developer
Tallahassee, FL · On-site
$64 - $72/hr
Mainframe FOCUS * Oracle Data Warehouse * Power Automate / Power Apps * Scrum / Agile Key Responsibilities : * Develop Power BI dashboards and reports * Convert WebFOCUS/Mainframe FOCUS reports to ...
Focus on Mainframe Consultnat (Remote)
$50.25 - $64.50/hr
Location: US Remote Skills: Focus on mainframe expertise Migration experience is a plus Reporting expertise is a plus Our team is currently working on a project to migrate from Focus reports to ...
Focus on Mainframe Consultnat (Remote)
$50.25 - $64.50/hr
Location: US Remote Skills: Focus on mainframe expertise Migration experience is a plus Reporting expertise is a plus Our team is currently working on a project to migrate from Focus reports to ...
MUST HAVE: * 5+ years Mainframe FOCUS experience * 2+ years Cognos experience * Strong organizational skills * 2+ years Project Management experience * Data analysis experience * Ability to write ...
MUST HAVE: * 5+ years Mainframe FOCUS experience * 2+ years Cognos experience * Strong organizational skills * 2+ years Project Management experience * Data analysis experience * Ability to write ...
Mainframe Rehost Architect / Specialist / Rocket/Micro Focus Exp Exp: Exp: 8 - 10 Years * Strong experience in mainframe rehosting using emulation platforms such as Rocket (formerly Micro Focus ...
Mainframe Rehost Architect / Specialist / Rocket/Micro Focus Exp Exp: Exp: 8 - 10 Years * Strong experience in mainframe rehosting using emulation platforms such as Rocket (formerly Micro Focus ...
Convert Web FOCUS and Mainframe FOCUS queries into T-SQL queries. * Collaborate with database administrators to develop database views and stored procedures. * Analyze financial data and recommend ...
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Convert Web FOCUS and Mainframe FOCUS queries into T-SQL queries. * Collaborate with database administrators to develop database views and stored procedures. * Analyze financial data and recommend ...
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To prepare for the transition to client PALM, our agency is seeking a resource knowledgeable in Tibco Mainframe Focus/WebFocus to lead the effort of updating our numerous Focus assets. Focus has been ...
To prepare for the transition to client PALM, our agency is seeking a resource knowledgeable in Tibco Mainframe Focus/WebFocus to lead the effort of updating our numerous Focus assets. Focus has been ...
Mainframe Administrator
San Antonio, TX · On-site
Job Summary We are seeking a Mainframe Administrator to manage and support enterprise mainframe infrastructure, with a focus on IBM z/OS systems. This role involves installation, configuration ...
Mainframe Administrator
San Antonio, TX · On-site
Job Summary We are seeking a Mainframe Administrator to manage and support enterprise mainframe infrastructure, with a focus on IBM z/OS systems. This role involves installation, configuration ...
Senior Power BI Developer
Tallahassee, FL · On-site
Convert WebFOCUS and Mainframe FOCUS queries to T-SQL * Create database views and stored procedures to support Power BI report development * Build dataflows and administer the Power BI dedicated ...
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Senior Power BI Developer
Tallahassee, FL · On-site
Convert WebFOCUS and Mainframe FOCUS queries to T-SQL * Create database views and stored procedures to support Power BI report development * Build dataflows and administer the Power BI dedicated ...
Mainframe Modernization Consultant Remote Contract role Summary Support modernization initiatives ... Focus, BluAge, Heirloom) including AI/GenAI based tooling/use case. • Exposure to APIs ...
Mainframe Modernization Consultant Remote Contract role Summary Support modernization initiatives ... Focus, BluAge, Heirloom) including AI/GenAI based tooling/use case. • Exposure to APIs ...
Mainframe Developer
$51.25 - $65.75/hr
While the primary focus is on mainframe technologies, a foundational understanding of cloud environments is required to support long-term modernization efforts. You are expected to independently ...
Mainframe Developer
$51.25 - $65.75/hr
While the primary focus is on mainframe technologies, a foundational understanding of cloud environments is required to support long-term modernization efforts. You are expected to independently ...
$50/hr
... and FOCUS • Experience with Jira, Confluence, z/OS, and ServiceNow. • Exposure to AI technologies and mainframe modernization is a strong asset. • Experience working with CSF Designer is ...
$50/hr
... and FOCUS • Experience with Jira, Confluence, z/OS, and ServiceNow. • Exposure to AI technologies and mainframe modernization is a strong asset. • Experience working with CSF Designer is ...
Lead Mainframe Developer
Plano, TX · Remote
$47.25 - $60.75/hr
Our focus is on performance, reliability, and long-term scalability. Were looking for a Lead Mainframe Developer who can take ownership of complex systems, lead technical direction, and help bridge ...
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Lead Mainframe Developer
Plano, TX · Remote
$47.25 - $60.75/hr
Our focus is on performance, reliability, and long-term scalability. Were looking for a Lead Mainframe Developer who can take ownership of complex systems, lead technical direction, and help bridge ...
Lead Mainframe Developer
Plano, TX · Remote
$50.25 - $64.50/hr
Our focus is on performance, reliability, and long-term scalability. We're looking for a Lead Mainframe Developer who can take ownership of complex systems, lead technical direction, and help bridge ...
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Lead Mainframe Developer
Plano, TX · Remote
$50.25 - $64.50/hr
Our focus is on performance, reliability, and long-term scalability. We're looking for a Lead Mainframe Developer who can take ownership of complex systems, lead technical direction, and help bridge ...
Mainframe COBOL Developer
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$51.25 - $65.75/hr
This is a Mainframe Developer role with a focus on COBOL, DB2, and JCL. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mainframe application development, particularly in the banking domain ...
Mainframe COBOL Developer
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$51.25 - $65.75/hr
This is a Mainframe Developer role with a focus on COBOL, DB2, and JCL. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mainframe application development, particularly in the banking domain ...
Lead Mainframe Developer
Plano, TX · Remote
$50.25 - $64.50/hr
Our focus is on performance, reliability, and long-term scalability. We're looking for a Lead Mainframe Developer who can take ownership of complex systems, lead technical direction, and help bridge ...
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Lead Mainframe Developer
Plano, TX · Remote
$50.25 - $64.50/hr
Our focus is on performance, reliability, and long-term scalability. We're looking for a Lead Mainframe Developer who can take ownership of complex systems, lead technical direction, and help bridge ...
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A Mainframe Focus professional specializes in working with IBM mainframe systems, particularly using the Focus programming language. They are responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing applications and reports that run on mainframe platforms, often for large organizations such as banks or government agencies. Their expertise includes data processing, batch jobs, and ensuring the reliability and performance of mission-critical systems. Mainframe Focus professionals play a key role in supporting legacy systems that are vital to many enterprises.
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Mainframe-focused professionals often encounter challenges related to legacy system integration, limited documentation, and a shrinking talent pool. Staying current with evolving technologies, such as integrating mainframes with cloud or distributed systems, requires continual learning and collaboration with other IT teams. To address these challenges, professionals can participate in specialized training, leverage online communities, and work closely with cross-functional teams to modernize and optimize mainframe environments.
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To excel as a Mainframe Focus professional, you need strong knowledge of mainframe systems (such as IBM z/OS), COBOL or other relevant programming languages, and experience with batch processing and job control. Familiarity with tools like JCL, ISPF, DB2, and CICS, as well as certifications like IBM Certified System Programmer, are commonly required. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are critical soft skills for troubleshooting and collaborating with cross-functional teams. These skills are essential to ensure stability, security, and efficiency in managing critical enterprise systems that support large-scale business operations.
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Posted 25 days ago
Job description
Job Title: Mainframe Applications Architect (Intermediate)
Location: Tallahassee, FL (Remote Eligible)
Duration: Approx. 15-month contract
Employment Type: Contract
We are hiring for the role of Mainframe Applications Architect (Intermediate). Below are the key details:
Role Overview
This role supports a large-scale financial systems modernization initiative. The architect will analyze, document, remediate, and upgrade legacy Mainframe FOCUS assets and related systems impacted by a statewide accounting system transition.
Key Responsibilities
• Analyze and document existing computing assets, technical specifications, and business rules
• Debug and troubleshoot legacy processes, performing root cause analysis
• Remediate and upgrade legacy applications and interfaces
• Coordinate with business analysts, developers, product owners, and database administrators
• Participate in code and design reviews
• Perform knowledge transfer with technical staff
• Convert Mainframe FOCUS queries to T-SQL queries
• Transition flat-file-based programs to database table structures
Required Skills & Experience
• 7+ years of experience across multiple IT areas
• 2–3 years of architecture experience
• Advanced expertise in Tibco Mainframe FOCUS and JCL
• Experience with mainframe batch schedulers and job chaining
• Strong experience with flat file structures and column-delimited text files
• Experience creating and managing FOCUS master files
• Experience with complex multi-source queries
• Experience reading, editing, and creating JCL jobs
• Experience scheduling and reviewing JCL jobs
• Knowledge of SCRUM framework
• Knowledge of financial systems or ERP platforms
• Experience with Entity Relationship Diagrams
• Experience documenting and communicating technical requirements
• Ability to bridge technical and business stakeholders
Preferred Skills
• Cool GEN
• COBOL
• DB2 z/OS
• DB2 Database
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Technology, Finance, or related field (or equivalent work experience
About Ubertal
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It services
Company size
201 - 500 Employees
Headquarters location
San Mateo, CA, US
Year founded
2011