IBM Mainframe Developer

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior IBM Mainframe Developer with 7\+ years of hands\-on experience in COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, and VSAM. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, enhancing, and supporting business\-critical mainframe applications while collaborating with cross\-functional teams to deliver high\-quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze business and functional requirements and provide effective technical solutions.
• Design, develop, test, implement, and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, and VSAM.
• Develop and support online and batch processing applications in IBM Mainframe environments.
• Create, modify, and maintain JCLs for batch jobs and production processes.
• Develop and optimize DB2 programs, SQL queries, and database access modules.
• Work with VSAM files for data storage, retrieval, and maintenance activities.
• Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application, batch, and production issues within defined SLAs.
• Support system enhancements, maintenance activities, and production deployments.
• Coordinate with business users, QA teams, and project stakeholders throughout the development lifecycle.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, design specifications, and operational procedures.
• Participate in application support, incident management, and root cause analysis activities.
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance when required.

Required Skills

• Strong experience in COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, and VSAM.
• Good understanding of IBM z/OS environment and mainframe architecture.
• Strong SQL and database programming skills in DB2\.
• Experience in batch processing, job scheduling, and production support.
• Proficiency in debugging, performance tuning, and problem resolution.
• Knowledge of SDLC, change management, and release management processes.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with tools such as Endevor, Changeman, File\-AID, SPUFI, Abend\-AID, Expeditor, or similar mainframe utilities.
• Exposure to Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
• Experience in Banking, Financial Services, Insurance, or Healthcare domains will be an added advantage.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.

Pay: ₹1,200,000\.00 \- ₹1,500,000\.00 per year

Work Location: In person