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Location : Boston, MAJob DescriptionThe Mainframe Developer will design develop maintain and enhance mainframe-based applications and systems. The role requires strong expertise in mainframe technologies such as COBOL JCL VSAM CICS and DB2 along with the ability to analyze and optimize existing systems to meet business requirements efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:1. Application Development: Design and develop high-performing scalable mainframe applications using COBOL JCL and CICS. Modify test and debug existing programs to meet business and technical requirements.2. Database Management: Perform data modeling and optimization for VSAM and DB2. Write and optimize SQL queries for seamless data interaction.3. System Analysis and Design: Analyze user requirements workflows and system architecture to design robust mainframe solutions. Collaborate with business analysts to create technical specifications.4. Integration and Testing: Integrate mainframe systems with other enterprise systems. Perform unit integration and performance testing to ensure reliability and scalability.5. Maintenance and Support: Provide ongoing support troubleshoot production issues and apply fixes in a timely manner. Conduct regular system maintenance and updates to ensure optimal performance.6. Documentation and Reporting: Document application workflows data models and system changes. Generate reports to support business processes and decision-making.7. Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams including QA DevOps and project managers to deliver end-to-end solutions. Participate in Agile/Scrum meetings and provide status updates.
Must-Have Skills: - Strong expertise in COBOL JCL CICS VSAM and DB2.
- Proficiency in debugging tools like Expeditor or IBM Debug Tool.
- Knowledge of mainframe utilities like DFSORT File-AID and SDSF.
- Experience with batch processing and scheduling tools like CA-7 or TWS.
Preferred Skills: - Familiarity with integration technologies such as MQ Series or web services.
- Experience in migrating mainframe applications to modern platforms.
- Understanding of Agile development methodologies.
- Exposure to cloud platforms or hybrid mainframe-cloud environments.
- Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Attention to detail and ability to handle complex systems.
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in mainframe application development and support.
- Experience in system integration and performance optimization is a plus.
- Educational Qualifications: Bachelor s degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field.
Life at CapgeminiCapgemini supports all aspects of your well-being throughout the changing stages of your life and career. For eligible employees, we offer: •Flexible work •Healthcare including dental, vision, mental health, and well-being programs•Financial well-being programs such as 401(k) and Employee Share Ownership Plan•Paid time off and paid holidays •Paid parental leave•Family building benefits like adoption assistance, surrogacy, and cryopreservation•Social well-being benefits like subsidized back-up child/elder care and tutoring•Mentoring, coaching and learning programs•Employee Resource Groups •Disaster Relief
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Skills (competencies)Verbal CommunicationIBM DB2Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fuelled by its market leading capabilities in AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem. The Group reported 2023 global revenues of €22.5 billion.