MainFrame Developer

Client : Banking Job Title : Mainframe Developer Location : Addison TX Duration : 18 Months to 24 Months + Possible Extension Schedule : Mon - Fri : Basic Business hours Pay Range : $60 - $70 / hr Interview Type : 2 Rounds 1st round - WEBEX 2nd Inperson with hiring Manager The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements : medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking / public transportation, (paid time , paid sick and safe time , hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, paid holidays annually - AS Applicable) Job Title : Mainframe Developer SAS / COBOL (DB2 Expertise) Position Summary : We are seeking an experienced mainframe developer with deep expertise in COBOL, SAS, and DB2 to support and enhance mission-critical legacy systems. This role involves maintaining high-performance applications, modernizing legacy codebases, and ensuring seamless data integration across platforms. Key Responsibilities : Mainframe Development : Design, develop, and maintain applications using COBOL and SAS in a z / OS environment. Write and optimize JCL for batch processing and job scheduling. Develop and maintain DB2 data structures, SQL queries, and data access logic. System Maintenance & Optimization : Analyze and resolve production issues, including abends and performance bottlenecks. Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices. Tune DB2 queries and programs for optimal performance. Integration & Modernization : Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate legacy systems with modern applications and APIs. Participate in system upgrades, migrations, and re-platforming initiatives. Support efforts to expose mainframe functionality via interfaces with server-based systems. Documentation & Compliance : Maintain detailed technical documentation for programs, processes, and data flows. Ensure compliance with internal security policies and external regulatory requirements. Required Qualifications : 8+ years of experience in COBOL and SAS programming. 5+ years of hands-on experience with DB2 in a mainframe environment. Strong knowledge of : JCL, utilities, REX DB2 utilities (e.g., LOAD, UNLOAD, REORG) SQL performance tuning and optimization Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications : Experience in financial services and Identity and Access Management. Familiarity with NDM, FTP, and batch file processing. Knowledge of Agile or hybrid SDLC methodologies. Experience with debugging tools (e.g., Xpediter, Abend-AID) and source control (e.g., ISPW). Knowledge of : CICS VSAM ISPF Panels Easytrieve API’s Education & Certifications : Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. Certifications in DB2 or mainframe technologies are a plus