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Senior Mainframe Developer (ACI Money Transfer systems)

Cognizant
Naperville, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/19/2026
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Mainframe Developer (ACI Money Transfer systems) with experience in payment processing applications, Mainframe technologies, and ACI Money Transfer systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing business requirements, implementing system enhancements, supporting testing activities, and ensuring successful deployment of application changes

In This Role, You Will

  • Identify application changes and develop solutions aligned with business and technical requirements.
  • Perform coding, unit testing, and quality validation of developed enhancements and fixes.
  • Coordinate and support System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT), including defect analysis and resolution.
  • Execute production deployments, validate post-release changes, and support rollout activities.
  • Prepare and maintain technical documentation, deployment guides, and process documentation.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and status meetings.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure timely delivery of enhancements.

Work model

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in United States, where our hubs are located. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.

What You Need To Have To Be Considered

  • 5 years of experience in Mainframe application development.
  • Strong hands-on experience with COBOL programming in Mainframe environments.
  • Working knowledge of Unix/Linux operating systems and scripting fundamentals.
  • Experience with ACI Money Transfer System (MTS) or similar payment processing platforms.
  • Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), testing methodologies, and release management processes.

Salary And Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $ 60000 to $ 93500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) plan and contributions
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Salary : $60,000 - $93,500

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