Mainframe Developer - JCL/COBOL

About The Job

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Design, Development, and Maintenance : Lead the design, development, and ongoing maintenance of robust mainframe applications primarily using COBOL and JCL.
• Database Management : Work extensively with mainframe databases such as DB2 or IMS-DB for efficient data access, manipulation, and management.
• File Processing : Demonstrate mandatory expertise in VSAM file processing, including defining, accessing, and manipulating VSAM datasets.
• System Enhancement : Implement enhancements and modifications to existing mainframe applications to meet evolving business requirements and improve system performance.
• Troubleshooting & Support : Provide expert-level support, debugging, and troubleshooting for production issues related to mainframe applications, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Documentation : Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for applications, processes, and system configurations.
• Collaboration : Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, quality assurance, and other development teams, to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Compliance : Ensure all development activities adhere to industry best practices, internal coding standards, and regulatory requirements, especially within the healthcare domain.
  

Required Skills & Experience

Technical Proficiency :

• Minimum 6+ years of hands-on experience in mainframe application development.
• Expert-level proficiency in COBOL programming.
• Strong command over JCL (Job Control Language) for batch processing and job scheduling.
• Mandatory experience with VSAM file processing.
• Solid experience with either DB2 or IMS-DB mainframe databases.
• Familiarity with mainframe utilities, debugging tools, and version control systems (e.g., ISPF, TSO/E, Changeman, Endevor).
  

Domain Expertise

• US Healthcare Background - Must. Demonstrated experience working with healthcare systems, data, and processes in the United States. Understanding of healthcare industry standards and regulations (e.g., HIPAA) is highly preferred.
• Problem-Solving : Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex technical issues and propose effective solutions.
• Communication : Strong verbal and written communication skills to articulate technical concepts clearly and collaborate with various stakeholders.
• Work Ethic : Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  

What We Offer

• An exciting opportunity to work on critical healthcare systems.
• Competitive contract rates.
• A stimulating environment where your skills will be highly valued.