Mainframe Developer (COBOL, CICS, DB2, JCL)
Overview
You will own and maintain enterprise mainframe applications in a COBOL environment. You will translate business requirements into technical solutions using CICS, DB2, and JCL. You will collaborate with a hybrid team in Trenton, NJ, shipping code that supports core operations. This role stands out for its 10+ month engagement with a local-only focus.
What You'll Do6
- 1Analyze business and system requirements to design technical solutions in COBOL, CICS, and DB2.
- 2Build and maintain applications using JCL for batch processing.
- 3Write and execute unit tests to validate code changes.
- 4Debug and resolve production issues in a mainframe environment.
- 5Support system testing and coordinate integration with other teams.
- 6Document technical designs and code changes for future maintenance.
Requirements5
- 15+ years of hands-on development in COBOL and CICS.
- 2Solid experience with DB2 and JCL.
- 3Ability to analyze complex business rules and map them to technical solutions.
- 4Strong debugging skills in a mainframe environment.
- 5Local candidates only, with the ability to work hybrid in Trenton, NJ.
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