Role: Mainframe Developer
Location: Toronto, ON
Work Type: Hybrid
Job Type: 6-month contract
Pay Rate: $41-$53 per hour
Job Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer with strong application development expertise in DB2 and a broad range of mainframe technologies. The ideal candidate will have 8 or more years of hands-on experience developing, maintaining, and supporting enterprise-level mainframe applications.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, enhance, and maintain mainframe applications across batch and online (IMS Transaction) environments.
Work extensively with COBOL, JCL, DB2, TSO/ISPF, IMS DC/DB, and/or VSAM.
Develop and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and DB2-related components.
Utilize job scheduling tools and source control systems to manage the development lifecycle.
Support file transfer integrations using EBX and TIBCO services for vendor-to-host and host-to-vendor file exchange.
Perform data processing using DFSORT and ICETOOL utilities.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve production and application issues.
Ensure all code adheres to internal quality, security, and compliance standards.
Must-Have Skills & Experience
8+ years of solid mainframe application development experience.
Strong hands-on experience with COBOL, JCL, DB2, TSO/ISPF, IMS DC/DB, and/or VSAM.
Proficient with at least one source control tool such as Endevor, SCM, or Changeman.
Experience with job scheduling tools such as CA-7, Autosys, or AWF.
Strong understanding of DFSORT and ICETOOL utilities.
Experience with Online (IMS Transaction) and Batch programming environments.
Experience with EBX and TIBCO file transfer services for receiving and transferring files between vendors and host systems.
Nice-to-Have
Experience working in large enterprise or financial services environments.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment.