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Mainframe Technical Lead - Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL, CICS

Aroha Technologies
Edison, NJ Contractor
POSTED ON 4/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2026
Designation
Contractor
Location
New Jersey
Job Description (Posting).
Technical Lead with Mainframe - Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL, CICS

Job Summary
The Technical Lead will be responsible for leading and managing Mainframe Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL, and Mainframe CICS projects. The role involves overseeing the technical development, maintenance, and support of mainframe applications while ensuring adherence to coding standards, best practices, and project timelines.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead and mentor a team of mainframe cobol, db2, vsam, jcl, mainframe cics developers in designing, developing, and testing mainframe applications.
2. Manage the full software development lifecycle of mainframe projects from requirements gathering to deployment.
3. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and provide technical solutions that meet the needs of the organization.
4. Perform code reviews, enforce coding standards, and ensure the quality of deliverables.
5. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to mainframe cobol, db2, vsam, jcl, and mainframe cics applications.
6. Stay updated on industry trends and technologies to recommend process improvements and innovative solutions.
7. Ensure compliance with security and data protection regulations in all mainframe development activities.

Skill Requirements
1. Proficiency in mainframe cobol programming language.
2. Strong knowledge of mainframe db2, vsam, and jcl.
3. Experience with mainframe cics in a production environment.
4. Solid understanding of mainframe architecture and system software.
5. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
6. Strong communication and leadership abilities to effectively lead a technical team.
7. Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast paced environment.

Certifications: Relevant certifications in Mainframe Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL, Mainframe CICS are a plus.
Experience
>11 Years
Qualification
Bachelor of Technology/ Engineering
Skill (Primary)
Technical Skills (APPS)-Mainframe-Language-COBOL
Job
Mainframe Technical Lead
Other Requirement

Location - Edison, NJ ( 5 days onsite mandatory)

Banking domain preferred
Validate as per below skill matrix
Skill
Required / Yes / No
Rating (1-5)
Leaset rating is 1
Mainframe Technologies JCL
yes
5
Mainframe Technologies CICS
yes
5
Mainframe Technologies DB2
yes
5
Mainframe Technologies VSAM
yes
5
Process & Methodology Defect Management
yes
5
Process & Methodology Change Management
yes
5
Soft Skills Communication
yes
5
Soft Skills Documentation
yes
5

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