Mainframe Application Developer

Typical Duties Lead the application support team responsible for development and support of applications running on Mainframe (zOS & VSE), Unix, and Cold Fusion platforms Administer and resolve application issues, provide updates, and perform root cause analysis with comprehensive remediation documentation Supervise all alerts related to application and system procedures, and proactively provide services Coordinate with stakeholders and third-party teams to resolve application and system issues of varying complexities Act as a technical advisor and troubleshoot to resolve technical challenges Provide expert insights on system architecture and designs for enhancements and new interfaces based on performance, reliability, and feasibility, including Mainframe modernization Collaborate with enterprise architects and product managers to iterate on design and implementation Coordinate with development and QA teams in executing code migrations to production systems and transitioning responsibilities for ongoing maintenance and support Aid in standardizing processes to industry best practices and gain access to world-class capabilities Support day-to-day business operations in handling millions of records of time-sensitive data in various data structures such as files and databases, and suggest fixes to complex issues through thorough analysis of root cause and impact Suggest and implement process improvements leveraging automation to reduce manual effort Manage individual project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables Coordinate with multiple geographically distributed teams Requirements Extensive experience with Mainframe (zOS & VSE) programming languages, including APSCOBOL, APSCICS, JCL, and PLI Expertise in Mainframe tools like ChangeMan, SPUFI, SYNCSORT, ICETOOL, and File-Aid Proficiency in SQL programming for DB2, UDB, MSSQL Server, and Azure SQL Hands-on experience with scripting languages such as Bash, PowerShell, Shell, and Cold Fusion Familiarity with IBM Sterling Connect Direct, IBM MQFTE, and other file transfer tools/protocols Experience with time-sensitive application support processes, including logging, monitoring, and alerting tools Experience with multi-platform application integrations Proven ability to build and deploy scalable, highly available Mainframe solution architectures and disaster recovery processes Knowledge of standard IT security practices such as Identity and Access Management and Change Management Expertise in the Retail Domain, particularly with Financial Costing and Accounting, Promotional Contracts, and Supply Chain lifecycle Job Type: Contract Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Experience level: 5 years Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Application Question(s): Please mention if you have experience with Mainframe (zOS & VSE) programming languages, including APSCOBOL, APSCICS, JCL, and PLI Would you now or in future require sponsorship to work in United States? Education: Bachelor's (Required) Experience: Mainframe development: 5 years (Required) Virtual Storage Extended: 3 years (Required) JCL: 3 years (Required) SQL: 5 years (Required) DevOps: 6 years (Required) Work Location: Remote