Mainframe Integration Developer

Position Title: Mainframe Integration Developer

Location: Des Moines, IA

Work Arrangement: Remote

Interview Process: Webcam or In-Person Interview

Seeking a Mainframe Developer to support a key state system modernization initiative. This role focuses on analyzing, developing, testing, and troubleshooting mainframe applications to ensure seamless data exchange and file integration between legacy systems and a new statewide platform.

• Development & Maintenance: Write, modify, and optimize COBOL and JCL programs to process interface files and batch workflows.

• System Integration: Map data, manage VSAM datasets, navigate IDMS databases, and handle file transfers (FTP/SFTP).

• Modernization & Testing: Support the transition from legacy data sources to modern platforms by conducting unit testing, resolving defects, and building technical runbooks.

• Operational Support: Create JCL/PROCs, troubleshoot batch errors, and assist with deployment cutovers.

• Core Technologies: COBOL, JCL, VSAM, and IDMS database development.

• Batch & Scheduling: Hands-on experience with enterprise schedulers (CA7, Control-M, or equivalent) and automated file transfers.

• Interface & Data Integration: Proven ability in data mapping, flat file parsing, and legacy system modernization.

• Problem Solving: Strong root-cause analysis and technical specification interpretation skills.

• Background supporting Child Support Enforcement or Public Assistance/Human Services systems.

• Experience with large-scale government modernization initiatives.

• Familiarity with Agile/hybrid project environments and production deployment practices.