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Mainframe Systems Programmer

Job in New York, New York County, New York, 10261, USA
Listing for: Crossfire Consulting Corp
Contract position
Listed on 2026-07-13
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Database Engineering, Backend Developer, Software Engineer, Computer Software / Middleware
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: New York

Mainframe Systems Programmer
Contract Length: 1 year
Location: New York, NY
Work Setup: Remote, Hybrid, or On-site

Our client is seeking an experienced Mainframe Systems Programmer to support, enhance, and modernize mission-critical applications used for field operations, payroll, reporting, crew scheduling, and regulatory compliance. This role combines production support, application development, systems integration, and large-scale data migration.
Mainframe Systems Programmer Responsibilities
  • Maintain and enhance legacy mainframe applications supporting critical management systems.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot batch jobs, interfaces, workflows, and production issues.
  • Develop and support COBOL programs and JCL processes.
  • Load and validate crew schedules while ensuring operational continuity.
  • Manage integrations with Kronos, People Soft, enterprise data lakes, and downstream reporting platforms.
  • Develop operational, business, and regulatory reports.
  • Lead the migration of historical data to a modern replacement platform.
  • Validate migrated data for accuracy, completeness, and operational readiness.
  • Document system processes, integrations, and workflows while providing knowledge transfer.
Mainframe Systems Programmer Required Qualifications
  • 10+ years of application development experience, preferably in mainframe or legacy enterprise environments.
  • 6+ years of hands-on COBOL and JCL experience.
  • Strong knowledge of batch processing, data interfaces, system integrations, and production support.
  • Proven ability to resolve complex, time-sensitive issues in mission-critical systems.
  • Experience developing operational or regulatory reports.
  • Strong collaboration, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
Mainframe Systems Programmer Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with large-scale data migration or application modernization.
  • Transportation, logistics, or crew management systems experience.
  • Familiarity with Kronos, People Soft, or similar enterprise platforms.
  • Knowledge of FRA Hours of Service or other regulated reporting requirements.
The Mainframe Systems Programmer will play a key role in maintaining system reliability while supporting a successful transition to a modern technology platform.
We look forward to reviewing your application!

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