Mainframe with Cobol
At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron's progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 16,400+, and has 60 offices in 20 countries within key global markets.
Our challenge
We are seeking a skilled Mainframe Developer with strong experience in Cobol to join our IT team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining mainframe applications, ensuring high performance and reliability.
Additional Information*
The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Pittsburgh, PA/Dallas, TX is $90k - $105k/year & benefits (see below).
The Role
Responsibilities:
- Develop, test, and maintain Cobol programs and applications on mainframe systems.
- Analyze existing Cobol applications for enhancements and optimizations.
- Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to gather requirements.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to mainframe applications.
- Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.
- Maintain documentation of configurations and amendments.
- Support deployment and production activities.
- 5+ of experience as a Mainframe Developer with a focus on Cobol.
- Strong understanding of mainframe environments, JCL, CICS, VSAM, DB2, and other related technologies.
- Experience with debugging and performance tuning.
- Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
- A multinational organization with 60 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
- 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
- Maternity & paternity leave plans.
- A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
- Retirement savings plans.
- A higher education certification policy.
- Commuter benefits (varies by region).
- Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
- On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
- Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
- Cutting edge projects at the world's leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
- A flat and approachable organization.
- A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.
Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative 'Same Difference' is committed to fostering an inclusive culture - promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.
All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant's gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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