Data Management - NC

Job#: 3024159

Job Description:

Client: Financial Services

Team: TBA

Job Title: Software Engineer 3 – Mainframe Developer (Contingent)

Location: Zone 2 (On-Site)

Contract Length: 9 months

Pay Rate: $69 - $74 per hour

• 4+ years of Software Engineering experience.
• Strong hands‑on expertise with Mainframe technologies (COBOL, JCL, DB2, VSAM, CICS).
• Experience with CA7, NDM, SDSF, IBM Utilities, SPUFI, and RACF Security.
• Agile/Scrum experience and familiarity with AI tooling (CoPilot or similar) in SDLC.

• Experience using AI tooling in software development workflows.
• Strong understanding of Mainframe application integration and enterprise batch processing.

In this contingent Software Engineering assignment, the mainframe developer will participate in and consult on moderately complex software engineering initiatives. The role includes evaluating technical challenges, contributing to large‑scale planning, and resolving issues requiring in‑depth analysis of variable factors. The engineer will collaborate with client personnel and deliver solutions that adhere to organizational policies, procedures, and compliance requirements. Candidates must have 4+ years of Software Engineering experience and strong mainframe technical expertise across COBOL, JCL, DB2, CA7, NDM, VSAM, CICS, and related IBM mainframe utilities.

The role may also involve leveraging AI tools within the development lifecycle.

• Design, develop, and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS.
• Execute batch scheduling and job orchestration using CA7.
• Utilize NDM, VSAM, IBM Utilities, SDSF, SPUFI, and RACF for mainframe workflows and support.
• Analyze moderately complex engineering challenges and contribute to resolution strategies.
• Collaborate with client personnel in Software Engineering to support deliverables.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and leverage AI tooling (CoPilot or others) to improve SDLC efficiency.
• Support compliance adherence, documentation, and quality assurance activities.
• Evaluate and troubleshoot mainframe jobs, batch failures, and system‑level issues.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Apex Benefits Overview

Apex offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, an ESPP (employee stock purchase program), a 401(k) plan with company match after 12 months, an HSA, and an Employee Assistance Program. Additional professional development resources and certifications are available.