Tays, Inc.
Mainframe Software Developer
At TAYS, every team member is vital. We recognize and celebrate diverse insights, believing they fuel our innovative spirit. We are not just tech-savvy; we are people-centric. you will have a voice. Your unique perspective will help us solve complex problems, and we welcome your ideas. Here, you will collaborate closely with our clients, forging lasting relationships. We are on a quest for the brightest minds who relish technical challenges. If you are ready to contribute to our vibrant high-tech and high-touch community, let's uncover possibilities together!
Opportunity:
TAYS is seeking a
Mainframe Software Developer
to join our dynamic team! The
Mainframe Software Developer
contributes to various projects within a federal agency. This role is based in Woodlawn, MD, and requires a qualified candidate with robust analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, coupled with keen attention to detail.
The candidate must be local to the DMV area. Must be on-site five days a week in Woodlawn, MD
Key Required Skills:
Strong experience with IBM z/OS (OS/390/MVS) environment developing and maintaining JCL and COBOL, Dialog Manager, Endevor, z/OS, CLIS, JCL, and DB2 for application software systems.
Position Description: Responsible for conforming to customer standards and requirements and will be involved in creating and maintaining code and database structures such as COBOL, Restructured Extended Executor (REXX), Job Control Language (JCL), CLIST, DB2, as well as numerous mainframe utility tools such as SYNCSORT, File-AID/Related Data XPERT (RDX), etc. Responsible for unit testing and validation against desired outcomes. The resource is expected to function as part of a team, maintain a high level of collaboration with SSA of customers, and must demonstrate excellent communication skills to ensure success. Develop JCL and software code using customer defined standards and software engineering best practices Evaluate impacts of database schema changes on existing software components Investigate and repair application defects related to business logic, middleware, or database (DB2). Design, develop, test, debug, and implement next-generation COBOL programs using software engineering, best practices and latest technologies Create and update JCL for efficient batch processing Evaluate the impact of new operating systems, or versions of COBOL and Endevor on programs. Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors, offering technical advice and influencing key stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives and enhance Leidos business outcomes. Investigate and repair application defects regardless of component: COBOL, business logic, CICS configurations, middleware, or database (PL/SQL and Data Modeling). Brief management, customer, team, or vendors using written or oral skills at appropriate technical level for audience All other duties as assigned or directed. Skills Requirements:
FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS (Basic Qualifications)
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or a related field. Masters or Doctorate degree may substitute for required experience 10+ years of experience with Mainframe. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust. Contract requirement. *** Selected candidate must be willing to work on-site in Woodlawn, MD 5 days a week.
FACTORS TO HELP YOU SHINE (Required Skills)
These skills will help you succeed in this position:
Experience developing and maintaining COBOL applications including working with structures, copybooks, and CICS maps Experience developing applications for use on IBM z/OS. Experience debugging COBOL Programs, CLIST, PROC, COBOL error tracing, and using Visual Studio COBOL viewer. Basic experience with CICS programs, including how COBOL programs interact with BMS maps that define to user interface. Experience using Endevor with TADZ for reporting and analysis such as browsing, scanning elements, measuring usage statistics. Working knowledge / experience with ISPF, TSO, JES, and Job Control Language (JCL). Experience developing and modifying JCL for job execution and batch operations Hands-on experience with batch and online processing. Excellent communication and written skills Experience with mainframe-based software configuration management systems such as Endevor. Experience with Control-M or other mainframe-based job scheduling tools. Detail oriented and committed to consistently completing repetitive production-like tasks on-time and error-free. Ability to independently research problems and provide solutions. HOW TO STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD (Desired Skills)
Showcase your knowledge of modern development through the following experience or skills:
Working knowledge of SAS and REXX. Experience with Mainframe Assembler development. Certification such as IBM Mainframe Developer Professional, Interskill - Mainframe Application Programmer - COBOL and IBM Enterprise COBOL for z/OS Programming Solid knowledge of relational databases (PostgreSQL, DB2), and SQL Experience with modern development software, tools, and methodologies. Experience working on Agile projects and understanding Agile terminology. Experience with DevOps and toolset (Git/Bitbucket, Docker, Jenkins, SonarQube) Education:
Bachelor's Degree with 7+ years of experience. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust. Contract requirement. Why TAYS is the Perfect Place for You :
Flexibility : Enjoy work-life harmony with our flexible working options. Remote Work : While our heart is in Baltimore, most of our roles support remote work. Benefits : Competitive packages, including tuition reimbursement. Leisure : Generous PTO, including 11 federal holidays and 2 floating holidays. Team Events : Quarterly gatherings for team bonding or community service. Military Friendly : We value the dedication and discipline of veterans and service members and urge them to apply.
Commitment to Diversity:
TAYS Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.
At TAYS, every team member is vital. We recognize and celebrate diverse insights, believing they fuel our innovative spirit. We are not just tech-savvy; we are people-centric. you will have a voice. Your unique perspective will help us solve complex problems, and we welcome your ideas. Here, you will collaborate closely with our clients, forging lasting relationships. We are on a quest for the brightest minds who relish technical challenges. If you are ready to contribute to our vibrant high-tech and high-touch community, let's uncover possibilities together!
Opportunity:
TAYS is seeking a
Mainframe Software Developer
to join our dynamic team! The
Mainframe Software Developer
contributes to various projects within a federal agency. This role is based in Woodlawn, MD, and requires a qualified candidate with robust analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, coupled with keen attention to detail.
The candidate must be local to the DMV area. Must be on-site five days a week in Woodlawn, MD
Key Required Skills:
Strong experience with IBM z/OS (OS/390/MVS) environment developing and maintaining JCL and COBOL, Dialog Manager, Endevor, z/OS, CLIS, JCL, and DB2 for application software systems.
Position Description: Responsible for conforming to customer standards and requirements and will be involved in creating and maintaining code and database structures such as COBOL, Restructured Extended Executor (REXX), Job Control Language (JCL), CLIST, DB2, as well as numerous mainframe utility tools such as SYNCSORT, File-AID/Related Data XPERT (RDX), etc. Responsible for unit testing and validation against desired outcomes. The resource is expected to function as part of a team, maintain a high level of collaboration with SSA of customers, and must demonstrate excellent communication skills to ensure success. Develop JCL and software code using customer defined standards and software engineering best practices Evaluate impacts of database schema changes on existing software components Investigate and repair application defects related to business logic, middleware, or database (DB2). Design, develop, test, debug, and implement next-generation COBOL programs using software engineering, best practices and latest technologies Create and update JCL for efficient batch processing Evaluate the impact of new operating systems, or versions of COBOL and Endevor on programs. Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors, offering technical advice and influencing key stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives and enhance Leidos business outcomes. Investigate and repair application defects regardless of component: COBOL, business logic, CICS configurations, middleware, or database (PL/SQL and Data Modeling). Brief management, customer, team, or vendors using written or oral skills at appropriate technical level for audience All other duties as assigned or directed. Skills Requirements:
FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS (Basic Qualifications)
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or a related field. Masters or Doctorate degree may substitute for required experience 10+ years of experience with Mainframe. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust. Contract requirement. *** Selected candidate must be willing to work on-site in Woodlawn, MD 5 days a week.
FACTORS TO HELP YOU SHINE (Required Skills)
These skills will help you succeed in this position:
Experience developing and maintaining COBOL applications including working with structures, copybooks, and CICS maps Experience developing applications for use on IBM z/OS. Experience debugging COBOL Programs, CLIST, PROC, COBOL error tracing, and using Visual Studio COBOL viewer. Basic experience with CICS programs, including how COBOL programs interact with BMS maps that define to user interface. Experience using Endevor with TADZ for reporting and analysis such as browsing, scanning elements, measuring usage statistics. Working knowledge / experience with ISPF, TSO, JES, and Job Control Language (JCL). Experience developing and modifying JCL for job execution and batch operations Hands-on experience with batch and online processing. Excellent communication and written skills Experience with mainframe-based software configuration management systems such as Endevor. Experience with Control-M or other mainframe-based job scheduling tools. Detail oriented and committed to consistently completing repetitive production-like tasks on-time and error-free. Ability to independently research problems and provide solutions. HOW TO STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD (Desired Skills)
Showcase your knowledge of modern development through the following experience or skills:
Working knowledge of SAS and REXX. Experience with Mainframe Assembler development. Certification such as IBM Mainframe Developer Professional, Interskill - Mainframe Application Programmer - COBOL and IBM Enterprise COBOL for z/OS Programming Solid knowledge of relational databases (PostgreSQL, DB2), and SQL Experience with modern development software, tools, and methodologies. Experience working on Agile projects and understanding Agile terminology. Experience with DevOps and toolset (Git/Bitbucket, Docker, Jenkins, SonarQube) Education:
Bachelor's Degree with 7+ years of experience. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust. Contract requirement. Why TAYS is the Perfect Place for You :
Flexibility : Enjoy work-life harmony with our flexible working options. Remote Work : While our heart is in Baltimore, most of our roles support remote work. Benefits : Competitive packages, including tuition reimbursement. Leisure : Generous PTO, including 11 federal holidays and 2 floating holidays. Team Events : Quarterly gatherings for team bonding or community service. Military Friendly : We value the dedication and discipline of veterans and service members and urge them to apply.
Commitment to Diversity:
TAYS Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.