Mainframe Cics/Mq Developer
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Overview
Job Description
Job ID: 92238-1 Job Title: Mainframe CICS/MQ Developer Location: Wilmington, DEDuration: 6+ monthsRate Range: $45.00 - $50/hour on W2/ C2C (All inclusive) Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Senior Mainframe CICS/MQ Developer with 10+ years of experience in Mainframe application development and support. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on expertise in CICS, MQ, COBOL, JCL, and DB2, with a proven ability to design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise-scale applications. The candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to deliver high-quality solutions while ensuring performance, reliability, and compliance with development standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, enhance, and maintain Mainframe applications using CICS, COBOL, JCL, DB2, and MQ.
- Perform system analysis, technical design, coding, unit testing, and implementation activities.
- Develop and support online (CICS) and batch processing applications.
- Create and maintain technical documentation in accordance with organizational standards.
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, performance bottlenecks, and system defects.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, code reviews, and release activities.
- Collaborate with business analysts, architects, and development teams to deliver business solutions.
- Provide accurate effort estimates and status updates for assigned tasks.
- Ensure adherence to SDLC processes, coding standards, and best practices.
- Proactively learn and understand existing systems and business processes.
Required Skills
- 10+ years of Mainframe development experience.
- Strong hands-on experience with CICS and IBM MQ.
- Expertise in COBOL, JCL, DB2, and VSAM.
- Experience with system analysis, design, development, and unit testing.
- Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and SDLC processes.
- Experience using Jira, Confluence, and MS Office.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Skills
- Knowledge of J2EE, Web Services, and cloud-based integrations.
- Experience integrating Mainframe applications with AWS environments.
- Domain experience in Retail Banking or Lending.
- Exposure to Mainframe modernization initiatives.
Company Benefits & Culture
Competitive salary and benefits package
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Opportunities for professional growth and development
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