Mainframe Application Developer (COBOL/JCL)

Job Summary

Must-Have Skills (Mandatory)

• Strong hands-on experience with COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS, VSAM, TSO/ISPF, DB2 Stored Procedures, SORT, SPUFI, QMF, MQ Series, IMS.
• Experience with ADE Workbench and SCLM for code management.
• Proficiency in mainframe data manipulation tools such as INSYNC for files and DB2 tables, IBM Load Utilities.
• Strong production support experience including pre and post-production release activities, SLA-driven issue resolution, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.
• Experience using Exstream Dialogue tool including rules, functions, tables, variables, workflows, and document flow.
• Ability to create and execute complex test plans, analyze logic, and perform code debugging.
• Ability to translate functional specifications into technical designs and develop application components.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Experience working with Boolean logic, conditional logic, and advanced tables.
• Familiarity with ServiceNow (incidents, release/change/work requests).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in shift timings (2 PM – 8 PM IST).
  

Good-to-Have Skills (Optional)

• Experience with offering systems, rules maintenance systems, and AFP/PDF output creation.
• Knowledge of desktop publishing.
• Basic understanding of insurance domain and product knowledge.
• Knowledge of Agile methodology.
• Ability to train end-users or team members on application functionalities.
• Proactive approach in identifying issues and suggesting improvements.
  

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in mainframe development and support.
• Experience in requirement analysis, logical and physical design, development, testing, and maintenance.
• Experience in both development and support environments with ability to work independently or in a team.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to prioritize tasks under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools like Excel, Word, PDF.
• Experience working in dynamic, rapidly changing environments.