HTC Global Services

Senior Software Engineer - Mainframe (COBOL, CICS, DB2)

HTC Global Services$110K — $130K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree required.
  • 10+ years of IT experience.
  • 8+ years of software development experience.
  • Proficiency in two programming languages or advanced expertise in one.
  • Hands-on experience with COBOL, CICS, IBM DB2, SQL, and mainframe systems.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications throughout the lifecycle.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather business requirements for user-focused solutions.
  • Implement software solutions using various programming languages and frameworks.
  • Leverage AI-assisted tools to enhance development efficiency and software quality.
  • Define software testing strategies and best practices to ensure application reliability.
  • Develop high-level software architecture and optimize existing solutions.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to drive projects and align technology with business needs.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement (4 days a week in the office).
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI-assisted development tools.
  • Exposure to modern software engineering practices like TDD, CI, and CD.
  • Potential career advancement in a dynamic software development environment.
  • Involvement in cross-functional collaboration with various teams.
Full Job Description
Job Title

Senior Software Engineer - Mainframe (COBOL, CICS, DB2)

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain software applications that meet business and customer needs. This role participates throughout the software development lifecycle, including architecture, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing application support. The position also leverages AI-assisted development tools to improve software quality and development efficiency.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (4 days per week in the office)

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications throughout the software development lifecycle.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and deliver user-focused software solutions.
  • Design and implement software solutions using appropriate programming languages, frameworks, and development methodologies.
  • Utilize AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot or similar LLM-based coding assistants.
  • Evaluate application requirements and determine appropriate technology stacks, integration methods, and deployment strategies.
  • Develop high-level software architecture and application design.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product owners, architects, and designers.
  • Define and implement software testing strategies, policies, and best practices.
  • Improve application performance and optimize existing software solutions.
  • Apply modern software engineering practices including Test-Driven Development (TDD), Continuous Integration (CI), and Continuous Delivery (CD).
  • Support security best practices, including encryption and data protection.
  • Develop user interfaces and maintain backend services, APIs, and microservices.
  • Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies to improve software delivery and engineering efficiency.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • 10+ years of IT experience.
  • 8+ years of software development experience.
  • Practical experience in two programming languages or advanced expertise in one programming language.
  • Experience with:
    • COBOL
    • CICS
    • IBM DB2
    • SQL
    • JCL
    • z/OS
    • TSO/ISPF
    • Batch Processing
    • REST APIs
    • JSON
    • Mainframe Systems
    • Software Testing
    • Performance Testing
    • Application Testing
    • Application Support
    • Requirements Analysis
    • Root Cause Analysis
    • Agile Software Development
    • GitHub
    • GitHub Copilot
    • AI-Assisted Development
    • Prompt Engineering
    • LLM API Integration
    • AI Code Review

Preferred Qualifications
  • Process Improvement
  • Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
  • BigQuery
  • Data Migration
  • Data Management

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About HTC Global Services

HTC Global Services is a global provider of IT and Business Process Services and Solutions. Founded in 1990, HTC is headquartered in Troy, Michigan with delivery centers across multiple locations in North America, Europe, India, and Malaysia. HTC is an Inc. 500 Hall of Fame company and has been recognized by numerous industry and trade publications as a top provider of services. HTC has a strong client base of Global 2000 customers. HTC has a strong focus on healthcare, retail, financial services, and automotive verticals. HTC has a strong commitment to corporate social responsibility and has been recognized for its contributions to the community.
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1990
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