Mainframe Developer

ONLY W2Job Title: Mainframe Developer IntermediateLocation: Lincoln, NE Onsite)Duration: 6+ MonthsAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Mainframe Developer with strong hands-on coding expertise to join a team of performance-driven professionals focused on building and supporting enterprise applications. This role requires a deep understanding of mainframe technologies, software development best practices, and problem-solving capabilities.Candidates will be evaluated based on:Coding proficiencyProblem-solving abilitiesTechnical knowledge and hands-on experienceThe selection process includes technical assessments and onsite interviews. Candidates advancing in the hiring process will be required to attend an onsite interview.ResponsibilitiesDevelop a thorough understanding of business processes and application requirements.Troubleshoot issues and provide support for existing products and services.Collaborate with software development teams to implement new projects and enhancements.Perform analysis, programming, testing, and debugging activities.Assist with business requirements gathering, application design, system architecture, and development efforts.Maintain and enhance legacy applications developed in Micro Focus COBOL, COBOL, and CICS that interact with enterprise information systems.Develop, test, and maintain solutions across front-end, middle-tier, and back-end environments.Apply software development lifecycle (SDLC) best practices throughout project execution.Evaluate potential solutions by assessing costs, benefits, and technical considerations.Adhere to established standards, methodologies, processes, and development guidelines.Communicate effectively with technical and business stakeholders.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Technical Degree in Computer Science, or an equivalent combination of education and a minimum of 5+ years of software development experience.Most recent experience within the last year developing applications in COBOL.Strong hands-on development experience with COBOL and CICS (required).Experience with SQL and DB2, including: Writing queries in QMFAccessing DB2 through application programsCreating and managing database tablesExperience with JCL (Job Control Language) and job scheduling.Experience working with IBM Mainframe (z/OS) environments.Experience using TSO.Knowledge of all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).Experience with Visual Studio for source control.Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.Required Technical SkillsCOBOLCICSIBM Mainframe (z/OS)JCL (Job Control Language)Job SchedulingTSOSQLDB2QMFXPEDITERSoftware Development Lifecycle (SDLC)Visual Studio Source ControlPreferred QualificationsExperience developing in Micro Focus COBOL, including App Master Builder and Native COBOL.Experience with application development in highway inventory systems.Experience with SQL Server 2012 and later versions.Experience designing and building secure ASP.NET applications.Experience programming in C# in addition to COBOL.Experience with Web Services and Windows Services.Experience creating and maintaining SSRS reports.Two or more years of experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.Experience with mainframe modernization or migration initiatives, including re-hosting or re-platforming projects.