Mainframe Programmer Contract Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a CICS and MQ Systems Programmer/Admin
Position type: Contract
Duration: 12+ Months
Location: Plano TX/Columbus OH
As a CICS and MQ Systems Programmer you will:
Key Responsibilities
• Utilize expertise in mainframe technologies such as Cobol, CICS, DB2, VSAM, MQ messaging, Stored procedures, DB2 Utilities, JCL, ChangeMan, NDM, and other file transfer mechanisms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate distributed technologies and AI tools into mainframe systems, improving functionality and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in mainframe technology and data management.
• Participate in system optimization, data integrity, and security initiatives.
• Monitor application performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure uninterrupted service.
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders regarding project progress, challenges, and solutions.
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
• Formal training or certification on Software Engineering (Mainframe) concepts and applied experience.
• Software development experience in one or more general purpose programming languages: Python, Java, C, C++, Go, JCL, REXX, PERL, PHP, JYTHON, zOSMF Workflows, J2EE, MVC, JDBC, Servlets, JSP, HTML, JQuery, AngularJS, JSON and XML
• Experience working with two or more from the following: web application development, database, unix/linux environments, distributed and parallel systems, information retrieval, networking, large scale software development, security software development
• Understanding or have experience with agile and lean philosophies
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with clear communication
• Ability to collaborate with different roles to achieve common goals
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs using Swagger (or similar framework)
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
• Experience with distributed technologies and AI tools is highly desirable.
• Advanced degree in a Computer Science related field preferred
Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration!
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Thank you!
Shubham Rawat
(+1) 585-512-8541
Shubham.Rawat@innovasolutions.com
PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range*:  $55 - $60 per hour
*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate''s education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.
Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
 
ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.
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• One of the Largest IT Staffing Firms in the US – Ranked #3 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024)
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• Named One of the Top Ten Private Companies in Atlanta by the Atlanta Business Chronicle (2023)
• One of the Largest Certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) in the United States (NMSDC, 2024)
• AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner with 100+ certifications

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