Mainframe Developer

Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer to join our team for a 12-month project in Tampa, Florida. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mainframe technologies and be responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of mainframe applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality deliverables and support the technical needs of the project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL, JCL, CICS, and DB2.
• Perform application analysis, coding, testing, and debugging.
• Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to understand requirements and design solutions.
• Conduct unit testing and assist in system integration and user acceptance testing.
• Optimize and enhance existing applications to improve performance and scalability.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Document technical designs, processes, and application changes.
• Provide support for system implementations, including defect resolution and troubleshooting.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.

Must-Have Skills:

• Mainframe Development Experience: Strong experience with COBOL, JCL, CICS, and DB2.
• Debugging and Performance Tuning: Proficiency in mainframe debugging tools and performance optimization techniques.
• Software Development Life Cycle: Experience in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, and deployment.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Excellent problem-solving abilities to troubleshoot issues and provide timely solutions.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with business and technical teams.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Agile Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile development practices.
• Enterprise vEnvironment Experience: Previous experience working in large enterprise settings.
• Automation Tools: Knowledge of automation tools used in mainframe environments.
• Cloud Integration: Understanding of cloud-based environments and how they integrate with mainframe systems.