Senior Mainframe Application Programmer, ADABAS/NATURAL
About The Position
The Senior Mainframe Application Programmer supports complex application development, enhancement, and maintenance, translating business requirements into reliable and secure mainframe solutions. The position uses ADABAS and NATURAL and contributes to application architecture, database design, and integration of new or reusable system components. The assignment is approximately 12 months. The role is onsite in the Norwalk area five days per week for at least the first six months; up to two remote days per week may become available afterward, depending on project requirements. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for 40 hours per week. No travel is required, and a background check is required.
Requirements
- At least seven years of experience in systems design and programming, including at least seven years of demonstrated ADABAS/NATURAL programming experience in a mainframe environment.
- Proficiency with NATURAL, ADABAS, JCL, TSO/ISPF, Predict, N2O, CA Spool, z/OS, EntireX, SuperNatural, and Cloverleaf.
- Knowledge of software design, development, testing, implementation, and support practices.
- Understanding of database management, data structures, data modeling, and transaction processing.
- Ability to design and maintain scalable, reliable applications and integrate system components.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with business stakeholders and technical teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field; additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
- Must be available to work onsite in the Norwalk area five days per week during the initial assignment period.
- Background check required.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot application issues, debug code, and improve system performance, reliability, and maintainability.
- Collaborate with business users and technical teams to clarify requirements and validate application functionality.
- Develop, modify, and maintain mainframe applications using NATURAL and ADABAS.
- Plan and execute application testing, implementation, and ongoing production support.
- Contribute to application architecture, database design, and integration of new or reusable system components.
- Prepare and maintain technical specifications, program documentation, and implementation materials.
- Apply information security requirements and quality standards throughout the development lifecycle.
- Evaluate software technologies and recommend improvements to existing applications and development practices.
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Career Level
Senior
