Mainframe Assembler | Wilmington, DE – Hybrid role (3 days / week) | Contract W2

Next Gen Software Solutions • Wilmington, NC

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Mainframe Assemblers work closely with system architects and analysts to understand system requirements and specifications, then translate them into efficient, low-level machine code. They design, code, and test application programs using IBM Assembler, and apply their understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and mainframe operating systems such as z/OS. They debug and troubleshoot mainframe applications, document program designs and usage guidelines, and provide technical support to optimize system performance and ensure compliance with coding standards and technical design. The role is a long-term W2 contract based in Wilmington, Delaware, with a hybrid schedule of three days per week. The employer is Next Gen Software Solutions, an IT staffing and consulting services provider. The company states that it is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Requirements

• At least 12 years of experience.
• Experience designing, coding, and testing application programs using IBM Assembler.
• Familiarity with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• A solid understanding of mainframe operating systems, such as z/OS.

Responsibilities

• Work with system architects and analysts to understand system requirements and specifications.
• Translate requirements and specifications into efficient, low-level machine code.
• Design, code, and test application programs using IBM Assembler.
• Debug and troubleshoot mainframe applications to ensure they function correctly and efficiently.
• Document assembler program designs, explain how programs work, and provide usage guidelines.
• Provide technical support for mainframe systems.
• Optimize system performance and ensure compliance with coding standards and technical design.
• Keep current with mainframe technologies and assembler programming techniques to support system functionality and reliability.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed