Senior IBM Mainframe Developer; COBOL​/CICS​/DB

Overview

mroads is looking for a "Senior IBM Mainframe Developer (COBOL / CICS / DB2)" for one of the direct clients in Memphis, TN.

Job Title:
Senior IBM Mainframe Developer (COBOL / CICS / DB2)

Location:
Memphis, TN

Employment Type:
Contract

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior IBM Mainframe Developer to support, enhance, and modernize legacy mainframe applications. The ideal candidate will bring deep hands-on expertise in COBOL (versions 4 &
6), CICS, DB2, and IBM Mainframe (z/OS) environments, along with strong debugging and troubleshooting capabilities. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams and active participation in Agile delivery processes.

• Develop, maintain, and support IBM Mainframe legacy systems using COBOL, CICS, and DB2
• Troubleshoot complex mainframe issues, perform root cause analysis, and provide timely resolutions
• Work extensively on production support, debugging, and performance optimization
• Use Git Lab for source control, versioning, and code management
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, solution architects, QA teams, and production support groups
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, security best practices, and organizational compliance policies
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, code reviews, and release cycles
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, support audits, and contribute to process and quality improvements

• 10+ years of experience in IBM Mainframe (z/OS) environments
• Strong hands-on experience with COBOL (versions 4 &
  6)
• Proven experience with CICS and DB2
• Git Lab experience is mandatory
• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills