Mainframe Engineer
Core
Design, develop, maintain, and optimize critical mainframe applications and databases while acting as a technical lead for enterprise support.
Role type
Senior Mainframe Developer / Technical Lead
Builds
Mainframe applications, middleware solutions, and database systems for enterprise clients
Domain
Mainframe computing, legacy modernization, enterprise application support
Required skills
COBOL, CICS, JCL, DB2, VSAM, SDLC methodologies, version control, performance tuning, incident management, change request handling
Preferred skills
Agile/Waterfall hybrid experience, enterprise ticketing systems (ServiceNow), mentoring junior developers, technical documentation
Technologies
COBOL, CICS, JCL, DB2, VSAM, ServiceNow, Service Manager
Responsibilities
Design and maintain Mainframe applications; conduct performance tuning and optimization; provide technical troubleshooting for complex integrations; manage incidents, service requests, and change requests; develop technical documentation; guide junior team members
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities