Mainframe Developer
Location: Buffalo NY 14203 (Onsite No Remote)
Duration: Long-Term
Employment Type: W2 Only (No C2C)
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer with strong hands-on expertise in COBOL JCL VSAM DB2 and CICS. The role involves systems analysis application development and providing support for complex projects and daily operations. The ideal candidate will also assist with issue resolution recommend solutions and ensure timely project delivery.
Responsibilities
- Perform systems analysis design and development for basic to complex requirements.
- Act as an individual contributor on complex projects and assist clients with daily issues.
- Develop feasible solutions make recommendations and coordinate development tasks.
- Participate in systems and integrated testing; prepare test data and execute detailed test plans.
- Debug update and maintain systems documentation.
- Create technical and functional specifications charts tables and flow diagrams.
- Provide consultation services on supported applications operational procedures and cost analysis.
- Recommend new technologies processes or policies to improve efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and occasionally vendors.
- Adhere to internal standards policies and risk controls.
Required Qualifications
- Associates degree with 4 years of systems analysis/application development experience or 6 years of combined education and work experience including 4 years in mainframe development.
- Strong hands-on experience with COBOL JCL VSAM DB2 CICS.
- Experience with File Aid Panvalet CA7 and Xpediter.
- Proficiency with personal computers and project management tools.
- Strong problem-solving communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- Detail-oriented with strong time management and lateral thinking skills.
- Experience coordinating between applications and business units.
Preferred Qualifications
- Deep understanding of application frameworks and interfacing/integrated applications.
- Subject matter expertise in supported applications and business areas.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Proactive and action-oriented mindset.