Mainframe Developer

Atlanta, GA locals onlyMainframe DeveloperWe are looking for an experienced Mainframe Developer with strong expertise in developing, enhancing, and supporting enterprise-wide mainframe applications. The ideal candidate should possess hands-on experience in COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS, and mainframe development tools, with the ability to analyze business requirements, develop efficient solutions, and support critical production systems.The role involves application development, maintenance, performance optimization, and production support within a large-scale enterprise environment.Key Responsibilities* Analyze business and technical requirements and translate them into technical solutions.* Design, develop, test, and maintain Mainframe applications.* Develop and modify programs using COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS.* Create and maintain batch processing jobs and schedules.* Perform unit testing, integration testing, and production deployments.* Troubleshoot and resolve application, database, and batch job issues.* Support application modernization and system enhancement initiatives.* Collaborate with business users, architects, QA teams, and project stakeholders.* Participate in production support and incident resolution activities.* Ensure compliance with coding standards, security policies, and best practices.Required Technical SkillsMandatory Skills* Strong experience in COBOL* Hands-on expertise in JCL (Job Control Language)* Strong knowledge of DB2* Experience with CICS* VSAM file handling experience* Mainframe debugging and performance tuning* Production support and incident management* Strong understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)Preferred Skills:* Experience with IMS, MQ Series, REXX, or Easytrieve* Exposure to API integration and Mainframe modernization initiatives* Knowledge of Agile development methodologies* Experience with version control and deployment tools* Exposure to cloud migration or hybrid application environmentsKey Competencies* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills* Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities* Ability to work independently and in a team environment* Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentKeywords: Mainframe Developer, COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS, VSAM, IMS, MQ Series, Production Support, Application Development, BFSI, Capital Markets, Mainframe Modernization.