Mainframe Developer

Cobol Software Developer Level III (Automotive Finance – Loan and Lease Servicing) Location: Torrance, CA (onsite 4 days/week and 1 day/week remote)Contract Duration – 12 months with the possibility of an extensionNote – Must be willing to support nightly batch production support.Pay rate $69 Per hr on W2We are looking for a Cobol Software Developer who also has auto finance experience to Any FIS/Systematics experience is a plus. The primary tasks for this Cobol Developer will relate to production support and will include the following:Provide Application Development and Production Support for multiple large projects Research and resolve production issues, troubleshooting of mainframe on-line and batch abends Evaluate the daily and monthly batch process to improve performance and shorten the critical path window Perform Impact Analysis across multiple platforms and applications Deliver complete documentation for estimates, design, and development Work with IBM mainframe COBOL, CICS, MQ, DB2, JCL Support nightly batch production support Code and perform unit and integration testing of software to ensure proper and efficient execution and adherence to business and technical requirementsCode, test, and debug new software or makes enhancements to existing softwareWrite programs according to specifications from higher level staff or business analystsDevelop technical documentationResolve, in a timely manner, problems that arise with existing production applications to ensure the efficient and proper functioning of application componentsCollaborate with technical staff to learn and understand software problemsGenerate a variety of complex and periodic reports and/or data through database management, data administration and data extraction techniquesProvide general system users and management with system analysis and feedbackInfluence system design by identifying and recommending design and requirements needs for software enhancementsMentor and coach less experienced staffAnalyze and resolve computer related problems by coordinating with in-house personnel to diagnose and fix operational difficulty, as well as consulting, advising and training on specialized features and functionsFollow established configuration/change control processesRequired Skills and Expertise: BA/BS in Information Technology, Computer Science, related field or equivalent work experience.Minimum of 10 years' experience as a Cobol programmerMust have production and project support for mainframe applications. Must be strong in Cobol. Automotive Finance experience with focus on Dealer Financial Services, including Customer Service, Flooring, Wholesale Line of Credit, and Commercial Loans Business knowledge of financial servicesUnderstanding of financial services automotive lending, Customer Service, Payment Processing, Taxes, End of Term and Extension processes, Collections, Delinquency Tracking, Repossession, Charge Off, Recovery, Bankruptcy, and Accounting.Extensive commercial lending/consumer lending experience Experience working with the following technologies: IBM Mainframe, COBOL, MQ, DB2, JCL, and CICS Advanced capability in software construction, testing, infrastructure, configuration, and operating standardsFamiliarity with test practices and deliverables for unit test Advanced corporate knowledge, and understands how a change would affect multiple applicationsAdvanced ability to perform the following:Make recommendations/decisions in application and program design, standards, and program enhancementsUtilize system traces and debugging tools for problem/issue resolutionAnalyze and model business functions, processes, and information flow within or between systemsProvide guidance and mentoring on programming practices and techniques to individuals and cross functional teamsWork with users at all levels to define system requirements, design, and system topologies to meet operational needs and system performance objectivesMust have the following non-technical skills:Interpersonal style that reflects our culture- consensus decision making, respect for the individualHigh level of IntegrityExhibit excellent oral and written communication skillsHigh level of skill in diplomacy/negotiating/teamwork/collaborationIf you're interested in above role please send me your updated resume to chakravarthi.savalam@ispace.com