IBM Developer || Malvern office, PA - Hybrid
About The Position
The IBM Developer will architect, design, and develop scalable mainframe solutions, provide technical leadership, and support project delivery. The role includes expert-level development and maintenance using COBOL, JCL, VSAM, DB2, and CICS; monitoring system performance; optimizing resources; managing batch jobs; and resolving complex production incidents. The developer will guide Agile teams, manage project scope and schedules, coordinate with stakeholders to gather requirements, mentor junior developers, and promote adherence to best practices. The position is based in Malvern, Pennsylvania, with a hybrid work arrangement. The listed duration is six or more months.
Requirements
- Deep knowledge of z/OS, COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS, IMS, and REXX.
- Experience with debugging tools such as Xpediter or File-Aid.
- Five to eight years of mainframe development experience, including at least one to two years in a lead role.
- Advanced COBOL experience in the investment and retirement domain; six to nine years listed as required.
- Advanced DB2 experience; six to nine years listed as required.
- Advanced Job Control Language (JCL) experience; six to nine years listed as required.
- Advanced VSAM experience; six to nine years listed as required.
Responsibilities
- Architect, design, and develop scalable mainframe solutions.
- Lead code reviews and produce technical documentation.
- Develop and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL, JCL, VSAM, DB2, and CICS.
- Monitor system performance and optimize resources.
- Manage batch jobs and resolve complex production incidents.
- Guide Agile teams and manage project scope and schedules.
- Liaise with stakeholders to gather requirements.
- Mentor junior developers and ensure adherence to best practices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
