Mainframe Programmer / Technical Analyst

Mainframe Programmer / Technical Analyst

Overview

The Mainframe Programmer / Technical Analyst is responsible for the development, maintenance, and support of core enterprise applications running on IBM z / OS environments. This role combines hands-on programming with systems analysis, ensuring that business requirements are translated into stable, scalable mainframe solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze business and technical requirements to design, develop, test, and implement mainframe application enhancements.
• Write, modify, and debug COBOL, JCL, VSAM, and related mainframe components.
• Maintain and optimize existing batch and online systems, ensuring reliability, performance, and compliance with internal standards.
• Troubleshoot production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement long-term fixes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including business analysts, QA, infrastructure, and operations.
• Support application lifecycle activities such as version control, documentation, and deployment.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development practices.
• Ensure adherence to security, audit, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide on-call and after-hours support when required.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Education