Mainframe Software Developer

Description of Work: • Z/OS Mainframe development, COBOL, REXX, CLIST, JCL, and SQL, relational databases, DB2 and non-relational mainframe storage technology, automated unit testing, TDD, and BDD. • Analyze root causes for batch job failures, take appropriate corrective steps to resolve issues in a timely fashion, and share findings with the team. • Evaluate impacts of database schema changes on existing software components • Brief management, customer, team, or vendors using written or oral skills at an appropriate technical level for the audience. • Prepare or update documentation as needed. • Actively participate in peer reviews of project artifacts • Independently and/or collaboratively research problems and provide solutions. • All other duties as assigned or directed. Basic Qualifications: Minimum knowledge, skills, abilities needed. • 3+ years with a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience • 1+ years with a Masters or Doctorate degree may substitute for required experience. • 7+ years of experience with COBOL, JCL, REXX, analysis, design, and development • Proficiency in High Availability and Disaster Recovery • Proficiency in Linux Performance Tuning • Solid experience with Z/OS Mainframe Development. • Experienced Developer in COBOL, JCL, REXX, and similar utilities/languages. • Strong knowledge of relational databases, dB2 and non-relational mainframe storage technology. • Solid exposure with automated unit testing, TDD, BDD, and associated technologies. • Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Excellent customer relations skills. • Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Public Trust clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with these skills will be given preferential consideration. • Experience with File Aid/RDX. • Experience with modern development software, tools, and methodologies, including Java and Python