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Role: Mainframe Developer - Cobol, JCL Location: Atlanta, GA (Onsite)
We are looking for an experienced Mainframe Developer with strong expertise in COBOL, JCL, DB2, VSAM, and Unix Shell Scripting. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, supporting, and optimizing mainframe applications, building automation scripts, managing backend integration workflows, and ensuring reliability across production and batch systems. This role requires strong technical skills, problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities Mainframe Development & Support
Develop, enhance, and maintain applications using COBOL, JCL, VSAM, and DB2.
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve mainframe application issues across development, testing, and production environments.
Optimize JCL, COBOL programs, and DB2 queries to improve system performance and efficiency.
Support daily batch processing, ensure job success, and resolve job abends promptly.
Unix Shell Scripting & Backend Integration
Develop and maintain Unix/Linux Shell Scripts for automation, batch scheduling, and system integrations.
Ensure seamless integration between Unix-based automation and mainframe backend systems.
Troubleshoot and enhance existing scripts, improving stability and execution performance.
Database & PL/SQL Development
Develop and maintain PL/SQL procedures, functions, packages, and triggers.
Perform SQL tuning and optimize database queries for performance.
Integrate shell scripts with relational databases (Oracle, DB2, MySQL or similar).
Production Support & Performance Optimization
Monitor scheduled jobs, resolve production incidents, and ensure overall batch stability.
Conduct root-cause analysis (RCA) and implement permanent fixes.
Enhance performance of scripts, jobs, and database queries through continuous tuning.
Collaboration & Documentation
Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into scalable solutions.
Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate with QA, business, and support teams.
Create and maintain technical documentation including design specs, support guides, and system documentation.