Azad Technology Partners
Remote Sr. COBOL Mainframe Developer
Azad Technology Partners, Granite Heights, Wisconsin, United States
AZAD is seeking a Remote Sr. COBOL Mainframe Developer for a W2 Contract full-time position based in Austin, TX.
Schedule:
9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday
Assignment Duration:
The initial assignment length is 6-months with a high probability of being extended.
Compensation & Benefits:
The hourly compensation pay rate range is between $38.00 - $41.00. Benefits include Co-paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Cafeteria Plan, and 401k.
Essential Functions: The Remote Sr. COBOL Mainframe Developer will design, develop, and maintain critical mainframe applications. Ideal candidates must have a secure, dedicated workspace with Internet service, the ability to maintain a reliable consistent work schedule, and be available for weekly meetings and group collaboration via Microsoft Teams and other applications during regular business hours. Responsibilities: Develop and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL or Natural programming languages. Provide support for development, architecture, and administration of mainframe operations. Troubleshoot complex technical issues and implement effective solutions. Design, develop, and maintain Job Control Language (JCL) scripts for operational needs. Collaborate with project and operations teams to conduct analysis and documentation. Follow change control processes and procedures as defined by the agency. Work with business and IT teams to translate business needs into technical requirements. Identify opportunities for automation by integrating mainframe and external systems. Coordinate with IT support teams to ensure successful development and implementation. Develop and execute unit and system test plans to validate application changes. Ensure compliance with the full System Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Assist in developing and executing test plans to verify program functionality. Review documentation and perform quality assurance to meet program requirements. Maintain a reliable and predictable work schedule. Be available outside normal business hours when necessary to support operations. Perform other duties as assigned to sustain business operations.
Minimum Qualifications: 8 years required Experience as a Mainframe Developer/Programmer Analyst with COBOL or Natural programming. 8 years required Demonstrated foundational experience with large-scale, complex mainframe production systems. 8 years required Hands-on experience in design, implementation, and production support of applications. 8 years required Mainframe Development background in design, analysis, and coding: COBOL or Natural programming, TSO/ISPF, JCL, and DB2. Other skills: VSAM files. 8 years required Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for working in a global environment. 8 years required Experience creating project documentation such as technical specifications, process workflow, and database record and field specifications. 8 years required Experience to troubleshoot/resolve incidents and business support items in Mainframe. 8 years required experience as a Programmer, Analyst, or Systems Administrator. 4 years required experience in database management systems (IBM Data Studio, Squirrel). AZAD is looking for bright, talented, flexible, and customer-centric problem solvers who enjoy the challenges associated with solving the most complex problems by utilizing the most sophisticated technologies and strong people skills. AZAD values diversity - in backgrounds and in experiences. Since our inception, we have witnessed how our diverse workforce has thrived while contributing to the increases in innovation and advancements in the client organizations we serve. AZAD is committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and is striving to build an even more diverse, inclusive team that reflects the people and communities where we live and work. AZAD, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that considers and employs qualified individuals based upon job-related qualifications regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal law. AZAD, Inc. is a Certified Minority Owned Business and OFCCP compliant.
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Schedule:
9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday
Assignment Duration:
The initial assignment length is 6-months with a high probability of being extended.
Compensation & Benefits:
The hourly compensation pay rate range is between $38.00 - $41.00. Benefits include Co-paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Cafeteria Plan, and 401k.
Essential Functions: The Remote Sr. COBOL Mainframe Developer will design, develop, and maintain critical mainframe applications. Ideal candidates must have a secure, dedicated workspace with Internet service, the ability to maintain a reliable consistent work schedule, and be available for weekly meetings and group collaboration via Microsoft Teams and other applications during regular business hours. Responsibilities: Develop and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL or Natural programming languages. Provide support for development, architecture, and administration of mainframe operations. Troubleshoot complex technical issues and implement effective solutions. Design, develop, and maintain Job Control Language (JCL) scripts for operational needs. Collaborate with project and operations teams to conduct analysis and documentation. Follow change control processes and procedures as defined by the agency. Work with business and IT teams to translate business needs into technical requirements. Identify opportunities for automation by integrating mainframe and external systems. Coordinate with IT support teams to ensure successful development and implementation. Develop and execute unit and system test plans to validate application changes. Ensure compliance with the full System Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Assist in developing and executing test plans to verify program functionality. Review documentation and perform quality assurance to meet program requirements. Maintain a reliable and predictable work schedule. Be available outside normal business hours when necessary to support operations. Perform other duties as assigned to sustain business operations.
Minimum Qualifications: 8 years required Experience as a Mainframe Developer/Programmer Analyst with COBOL or Natural programming. 8 years required Demonstrated foundational experience with large-scale, complex mainframe production systems. 8 years required Hands-on experience in design, implementation, and production support of applications. 8 years required Mainframe Development background in design, analysis, and coding: COBOL or Natural programming, TSO/ISPF, JCL, and DB2. Other skills: VSAM files. 8 years required Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for working in a global environment. 8 years required Experience creating project documentation such as technical specifications, process workflow, and database record and field specifications. 8 years required Experience to troubleshoot/resolve incidents and business support items in Mainframe. 8 years required experience as a Programmer, Analyst, or Systems Administrator. 4 years required experience in database management systems (IBM Data Studio, Squirrel). AZAD is looking for bright, talented, flexible, and customer-centric problem solvers who enjoy the challenges associated with solving the most complex problems by utilizing the most sophisticated technologies and strong people skills. AZAD values diversity - in backgrounds and in experiences. Since our inception, we have witnessed how our diverse workforce has thrived while contributing to the increases in innovation and advancements in the client organizations we serve. AZAD is committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and is striving to build an even more diverse, inclusive team that reflects the people and communities where we live and work. AZAD, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that considers and employs qualified individuals based upon job-related qualifications regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal law. AZAD, Inc. is a Certified Minority Owned Business and OFCCP compliant.
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