{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"5eaf493552491f0a1f1c6aef","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5eaf493552491f0a1f1c6aef","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5eaf493552491f0a1f1c6aef","title":"Mainframe Developer","description":"Job Title: Mainframe DeveloperLocation: Jersey City, NJ, Dallas, TX and New HampshireDuration: Long Term ContractAbout VLink: Started in 2006 and headquartered in Connecticut, VLink is one of the fastest growing digital technology services and consulting companies. Since its inception, our innovative team members have been solving the most complex business, and IT challenges of our global clients.Job Description:Your future duties and responsibilities:You will play a critical role in maintaining the stability, reliability, and continuous enhancement of enterprise applications supporting business critical operations.Design, develop, maintain, and enhance enterprise mainframe applications using COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, VSAM, and related technologiesCollaborate with Product Managers, Business Analysts, Solution Architects, and development teams to deliver scalable, high quality software solutions that meet evolving business needsResearch, analyze, and recommend technical solutions, enhancements, and best practices to improve application performance, reliability, and maintainability.Provide technical support for mainframe applications by troubleshooting application, batch processing, database, and testing environment issuesDevelop and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, user guides, and knowledge base articles to support long term application sustainabilityManage and maintain non production environments, including environment refreshes, deployments, configuration updates, and post migration validation activitiesMonitor and support Control M batch processing workflows to ensure reliable job execution, scheduling accuracy, and operational efficiencyPartner with release management, change management, QA, infrastructure, and offshore development teams to coordinate deployments, environment readiness, and production implementationsSupport data integrity, automation initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to improve operational processes and system performanceServe as the technical subject matter expert (SME) for supported applications, providing guidance during enhancements, production support, audits, and release activitiesInvestigate, debug, and resolve production issues while implementing long term corrective solutionsMentor junior developers through knowledge sharing, cross training, and technical coachingParticipate in Agile ceremonies, technical design discussions, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiativesProvide on call production support as needed to ensure the availability and reliability of mission critical applicationsRequired qualifications to be successful in this role What you'll bringWe're looking for a collaborative problem solver who enjoys working in complex enterprise environments and takes pride in delivering reliable, high quality software solutions.Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent practical experience)5+ years of experience designing, developing, maintaining, and supporting enterprise mainframe applicationsStrong hands on experience with: COBOL JCL CICS DB2 VSAMExperience supporting enterprise batch processing, production support, troubleshooting, and application maintenanceExperience working with source control and deployment tools such as EndevorExperience with Control M scheduling, batch workflow management, and production job monitoringExperience using Easytrieve (EZtrieve) and other enterprise mainframe utilities is preferredExperience with mainframe debugging and performance analysis toolsProven ability to support multiple applications while working within large, cross functional teamsExperience collaborating with offshore development and support teamsStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem solving skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with technical and non technical stakeholdersDemonstrated ability to make sound technical decisions, prioritize competing work, and deliver high quality solutions in fast paced enterprise environmentsAbility to mentor junior developers and contribute to continuous process improvement initiativesEmployment Practices:EEO, ADA, FMLA CompliantVLink is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. 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