Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; no sponsorship available.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 4 years in application development or related IT functions.
Experience with enterprise mainframe applications in large-scale environments.
Hands-on experience with COBOL, JCL, DB2, and IMS, and relevant database technologies.
Ability to analyze business needs and translate them into software solutions.
Strong troubleshooting and testing ability for applications.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, maintain, and enhance mainframe applications and system components.
Create and support COBOL programs, JCL processes, and database solutions with DB2 and IMS.
Analyze requirements and develop technical solutions for business needs.
Perform unit testing and participate in system and integration testing.
Troubleshoot production issues and provide ongoing system support.
Collaborate with teams on application enhancements and modernization efforts.
Benefits
Competitive compensation package.
Access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage.
401(k) plan with employer matching.
Hybrid work arrangement with required onsite presence from Tuesday to Thursday.
Full Job Description
Mainframe Developer for a hybrid opportunity for candidates in Columbia, SC. The Candidate will support the development, enhancement, and ongoing maintenance of enterprise mainframe applications that support critical business functions. This role requires a hands-on developer who can contribute across the software development lifecycle while collaborating with technical teams to deliver reliable and scalable solutions.
Required Qualifications of the Mainframe Developer:
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to provide sponsorship or work with Third-Party agencies.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in application development, systems testing, application support, or related information technology functions.
Experience developing and supporting enterprise mainframe applications in a large-scale environment.
Strong hands-on experience with one or more of the following technologies: COBOL, JCL, DB2, and IMS.
Experience analyzing business and technical requirements and translating them into effective software solutions.
Ability to perform application testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and production support activities.
Experience working with database-driven applications and batch processing environments.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively in both independent and team-oriented environments.
Preferred Skills/Experience of the Mainframe Developer:
Experience working with CICS in enterprise mainframe environments.
Exposure to mainframe modernization or system transformation initiatives.
Strong production support and issue resolution experience.
Knowledge of application integration and enterprise system support processes.
Familiarity with software development lifecycle methodologies and best practices.
Responsibilities of the Mainframe Developer:
Design, develop, test, maintain, and enhance mainframe applications and related system components.
Create and support COBOL programs, JCL processes, and database-driven solutions utilizing DB2 and IMS.
Analyze requirements and develop technical solutions that meet business and operational needs.
Perform unit testing, participate in system and integration testing activities, and resolve application defects.
Troubleshoot production issues, implement corrective actions, and support ongoing system stability.
Collaborate with project teams to deliver application enhancements, maintain documentation, and support modernization efforts.
Work Location: Hybrid work arrangement requiring onsite presence Tuesday through Thursday in Columbia, SC, with additional onsite attendance as needed based on business requirements.
Compensation / Benefits: Full-Time Employment with SYSTEMTEC means competitive compensation, access to health, dental, disability, and life coverage, and 401(k) with match.
