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Mainframe Modernization Jobs Near Me

Mainframe Developer - Onsite

Columbus, OH · On-site

$47.25 - $60.75/hr

Columbus, OH Duration: Longterm * 8 to 10 Yrs of experience in the Mainframe & Java Modernization space. * The Candidate has experience in understanding the requirements for the Mainframe ...

Lead the design, development, and modernization of mainframe applications, enforcing best practices and architectural standards. * Evaluate legacy systems and propose actionable modernization ...

Mainframe Specialist

Columbus, OH · On-site

$70K - $196K/yr

Lead the design, development, and modernization of mainframe applications, enforcing best practices and architectural standards. * Evaluate legacy systems and propose actionable modernization ...

Senior Java Developer

Columbus, OH · Remote

$130K - $140K/yr

This role will work alongside Application Modernization Architects and Mainframe Specialists to reimagine and refactor mainframe workloads to AWS Cloud. You will be responsible for designing ...

Senior Java Developer

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

$55.25 - $70.50/hr

This role will work alongside Application Modernization Architects and Mainframe Specialists to reimagine and refactor mainframe workloads to AWS Cloud. You will be responsible for designing ...

Mainframe Engineer

Dublin, OH · On-site

$50 - $60/hr

Enhance existing applications and support modernization initiatives * Write and optimize DB2 SQL ... Experience with mainframe debugging and testing tools * Solid understanding of batch and online ...

Lead Infrastructure Engineer

Columbus, OH

$103K - $136K/yr

Hands-on experience with cloud integration and mainframe modernization strategies, including hybrid environments. * Professional certifications in relevant technologies (e.g., IBM Certified Network ...

Experience leading or contributing to large-scale mainframe modernization and cloud-native transformation initiatives * Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevSecOps best ...

Senior Developer - IBM z/OS Connect

Columbus, OH · On-site

$52.75 - $69.50/hr

Support modernization initiatives by enabling API-driven mainframe access Requirements * Strong hands-on experience with IBM z/OS Connect (EE preferred) * Solid background in z/OS environment (CICS ...

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Mainframe Modernization Engineer (COBOL)

Mainframe Modernization Engineer (COBOL)

Computer Task Group, Inc

Columbus, OH • Remote

$45 - $50/hr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Overview

CTG is seeking an experienced Mainframe Modernization Engineer (COBOL) to support a large-scale legacy modernization initiative. This role combines deep expertise in COBOL, CICS, and DB2 with modern Java development to migrate mission-critical applications to scalable microservices architectures.

Location: Columbus, OH
Duration: 12 months

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, maintain, and migrate COBOL/CICS/DB2 online and batch applications.
  • Design and build Java 21/Spring Boot microservices.
  • Support application modernization, testing, deployment, and production support.
  • Develop containerized solutions using Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Implement Kafka-based messaging solutions.
  • Optimize SQL performance and participate in Agile development activities.

Required Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of backend or full-stack development experience.
  • Strong hands-on experience with COBOL, CICS, DB2, and mainframe migration.
  • Expert knowledge of Java 17+/21 and Spring Boot.
  • Experience with microservices, Docker, Kubernetes, Kafka, Git, and CI/CD.
  • Strong SQL, troubleshooting, and enterprise application architecture skills.

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience may be considered.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply:
To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $45.00 to $50.00/hour. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.


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We know that achieving our mission begins and ends with our people—and by people we mean you. Regardless of individual roles or responsibilities, regardless of industry or subject matter expertise, our lives happen in relation to other people—our colleagues, clients, and partners. CTG cultivates a workplace that attracts and develops the best people. Being Great Place to Work-CertifiedTM not only supports our Vision but also validates the rewarding workplace culture that has made CTG a leading IT and digital solutions and services company for more than 55 years.

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Buffalo, NY, US

Year founded

1966

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