Mainframe Programmer

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20 years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500 , and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking an experienced AS/400 / Midrange Developer with strong expertise in RPG400, RPG III, COBOL, or SYNON to support and enhance high-volume, business-critical applications running on legacy platforms such as AS/400 (IBM i), DEC VAX, and HP3000.

This role involves full lifecycle development, maintenance, and modernization of applications supporting large-scale batch and online transaction processing systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain applications on AS/400 (IBM i) and midrange platforms
• Work with RPG400 / RPG III / COBOL / SYNON to build and enhance business applications
• Support full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) – analysis, design, development, testing, and deployment
• Maintain and enhance existing legacy systems to meet evolving business needs
• Develop and support high-volume batch processing and online transaction systems
• Troubleshoot production issues and ensure system stability and performance
• Collaborate with business users to gather requirements and translate into technical solutions
• Perform code reviews, testing, and documentation
• Ensure data integrity, system reliability, and efficient processing

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong hands-on experience with:
• RPG400 / RPG III / RPGLE
• COBOL programming
• SYNON (CA 2E)
• Experience working in AS/400 (IBM i) environment
• Exposure to midrange platforms (DEC VAX / HP3000) is a plus
• Strong understanding of batch processing and online transaction systems
• Experience with legacy system support and modernization
• Knowledge of DB2 / relational databases on AS/400
• Familiarity with SDLC methodologies

Nice-to-have

• Experience in Banking / Financial Services / Insurance domains
• Exposure to modernization tools or migration projects (AS/400 → Cloud / Java / .NET)
• Knowledge of CL programming, JCL, or job scheduling tools
• Experience with integration APIs or middleware

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.