Cards Mainframe Developer

Role Name : Cards Mainframe Developer

Location : Toronto

Duration : Contract

JOB DESCRIPTION :

We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer with strong hands on expertise in COBOL JCL VSAM and DB The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing enhancing and supporting mainframe applications managing batch jobs resolving production issues and contributing to performance optimizations This role requires strong technical skills analytical thinking and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional teams

Key Responsibilities

Mainframe Application Development

Develop enhance and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL JCL VSAM and DB

Write efficient and scalable COBOL programs to support business processes

Optimize JCL and mainframe jobs to ensure smooth and reliable batch execution

Develop and maintain DB queries stored procedures and program logic

Batch Processing Job Management

Support and monitor daily batch streams and scheduled mainframe jobs

Analyze and resolve job abends ensuring timely recovery and batch cycle completion

Improve performance of batch jobs and streamline workflows

Production Support

Troubleshoot and resolve mainframe application issues across development testing and production environments

Perform root cause analysis RCA and implement longterm fixes for recurring issues

Provide on call or weekend support as required for critical batch processes

System Integration Maintenance

Work with CICS IMS and DB regions to ensure stable integration of applications

Maintain and enhance datasets VSAM sequential files DB tables

Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to support system changes migrations and upgrades

Documentation Collaboration

Create and maintain technical documentation including program specs flowcharts and support guides

Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate with BA QA and infrastructure teams

Follow coding standards participate in peer reviews and ensure quality of deliverables

Required Technical Skills

Strong experience in

o COBOL

o JCL

o VSAM

o DB

Good understanding of

o CICS or IMS transaction processing

o Mainframe batch processing lifecycles

o Debugging tools FAULT Analyzer Abend Aid Expeditor etc

Solid problemsolving and analytical skills

Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Preferred Good to Have

Experience in banking cards payments or financial services

Knowledge of

o PLI Assembler CC on mainframe

o CICSIMS application programming

o REXX scripting for automation

o DB CICS IMS administration exposure

Strong troubleshooting skills for IBM mainframe productrelated issues

Experience working in Agile environments