Mainframe Application Developer - Modernization

Overview

CTG is seeking to fill a Mainframe Application Developer - Modernization position for our client.

Location: Onsite 4 days per week in either New York, NY or Pittsburgh, PA
Duration: 6 months

Duties:

• Develop, enhance, maintain, and modernize mainframe applications supporting critical business functions.

• Analyze existing mainframe applications and identify opportunities for modernization, optimization, and improved performance.

• Support application modernization initiatives, including language migration and integration with non-mainframe environments.

• Develop and maintain applications using COBOL, CICS, and DB2.

• Design and implement APIs and integration solutions connecting mainframe applications with distributed and cloud-based environments.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, architects, business stakeholders, and technology teams to define and implement modernization solutions.

• Troubleshoot application issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement sustainable solutions.

• Contribute to the adoption of modern technologies such as Java and/or Python alongside existing mainframe technologies.

• Participate in code reviews, testing, deployment, and ongoing application support.

• Ensure solutions meet organizational standards for quality, security, performance, and reliability.

Skills:

• Strong mainframe application development skills.

• Proficiency with COBOL, CICS, and DB2.

• Experience with application modernization and transformation initiatives.

• Knowledge of APIs and integration between mainframe and non-mainframe environments.

• Experience with application optimization and performance improvement.

• Exposure to or experience with Java and/or Python in conjunction with mainframe technologies.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively with technical and business stakeholders.

Experience:

• 10+ years of industry experience.

• Extensive experience developing and supporting mainframe applications.

• Demonstrated experience with CICS, COBOL, and DB2.

• Experience participating in application modernization initiatives, including one or more of the following:

  • Language migration.

  • Mainframe integration with non-mainframe environments using APIs.

  • Application optimization.

  • Use of Java and/or Python with mainframe technologies.

• Experience in the financial services and/or cash management industry strongly preferred.

• Experience working in collaborative, enterprise technology environments.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply:
To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!