Onsite
Req number:
R7650Employment type:
Full timeWorksite flexibility:
RemoteCAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.
Job Summary
The Mainframe Developer (COBOL) will be maintaining and enhancing mission-critical systems while collaborating with the ITS development team to support modernization efforts.Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer (COBOL) for a long-term support engagement. This position will be a full-time, remote, and is a contract position.
What You’ll Do
Analyze, design, develop, test, and maintain application code for mission‑critical mainframe systems within a client application team
Design, code, enhance, and maintain COBOL and NATURAL programs and associated JCL jobs based on functional specifications and enhancement requests
Perform maintenance and enhancements for both batch and online mainframe applications
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, including job failures, system abends, and root-cause analysis
Develop and maintain data feeds, file layouts, and interface processes between legacy systems and modernized ITS components
Conduct code walkthroughs, logic breakdowns, and technical knowledge transfer for ITS development teams
Create and maintain technical documentation, including program specifications, data definitions, job flows, and system architecture artifacts
Support system, integration, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) efforts
Participate in design reviews, technical planning sessions, and code reviews
Follow and promote best practices related to coding standards, version control, performance optimization, and change management
Provide ongoing production support for mission-critical applications and participate in issue resolution as required
What You’ll Need
Required:
Minimum 5 years of hands-on COBOL development experience in enterprise mainframe environments
Minimum 5 years of experience with JCL, including job scheduling and batch processing
Minimum 3 years of experience with NATURAL programming
Minimum 3 years of experience with ADABAS, including database structures and file access methods
Strong experience analyzing, maintaining, and enhancing large legacy codebases
Proven ability to troubleshoot and debug batch and online mainframe applications
Experience developing data interfaces, file transfers, and system integrations
Strong understanding of technical specifications, system flows, and data models
Experience with mainframe utilities, job monitoring tools, and debugging tools
Excellent documentation, communication, and collaboration skills
Ability to work independently while coordinating with cross‑functional technical teams
Preferred:
Experience supporting taxation, revenue, or government systems
Experience with legacy system modernization or data migration initiatives
Knowledge of mainframe security, scheduling systems, and source code management tools
Experience working in large-scale enterprise or public-sector IT environments
Familiarity with TSO/ISPF
Experience with AFP, PAGEDEF, FORMDEF, and OVERLAY for report and print processing
Physical Demands
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards
Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.
Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor
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Reasonable accommodation statement
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824 – 8111.
$60 - $70 per hourThe pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.
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