Job ID: JOB_ID_8788
Job Description: Mainframe Developer
Empower Professionals Inc. is seeking a skilled Mainframe Developer for a long-term contract opportunity in Phoenix, AZ. This role requires a candidate who can work a hybrid onsite schedule, being in the office 3-4 days per week. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in COBOL development on IBM z/OS mainframe systems and a strong understanding of DB2 and JCL.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain COBOL programs on IBM z/OS mainframe systems.
- Create, modify, and optimize JCL scripts for batch job execution.
- Work extensively with DB2 for SQL queries, stored procedures, and performance tuning.
- Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
- Debug and troubleshoot application-level issues, ensuring timely resolution.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts and QA, for end-to-end delivery.
- Perform unit testing and support integration/system testing.
- Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and compliance requirements.
- Provide production support and resolve incidents related to mainframe applications.
Required Qualifications:
- 5 years of hands-on experience in COBOL development on mainframe systems.
- Strong expertise in JCL and DB2, including SQL and stored procedures.
- Familiarity with CICS for online transaction processing.
- Proficiency in TSO/ISPF and mainframe debugging tools.
- Understanding of SDLC and Agile methodologies.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with performance tuning and optimization of COBOL programs.
- Knowledge of mainframe utilities (SORT, IDCAMS, etc.).
- Exposure to DevOps tools for mainframe environments.
Additional Information:
- Location: Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid Onsite)
- Duration: 12+ Months Contract
- Note: Candidate needs to be in the office 3-4 Days every week. Local candidates only.
- Expected Pay Range: $55 – $60/hr.
Special Requirements
Local candidates only. Candidate needs to be in the office 3-4 Days every week.
Compensation & Location
Salary: $55 – $60 per year
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Recruiter / Company – Contact Information
Recruiter / Employer: Empower Professionals Inc.
Email: l@empowerprofessionals.com
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