COBOL Mainframe Application Developer
Listed on 2026-01-03
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IT/Tech
IT Consultant, Systems Analyst
Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.
The RoleAs a COBOL Mainframe Application Developer, you will work directly with the Department of Labor client personnel as a consultant to support development on their existing Unemployment and Disability Insurance software system. You will create and use programming specs to build assigned components, ensuring these components are properly documented, unit tested, and ready for integration. You will fix defects found during pre- and post-production and provide work estimates for development tasks.
Primary Responsibilities:- Analyze, design, develop, test and deploy code on a mainframe platform (z/OS) based upon user specifications.
- Analyze user requirements and translate them into technical specifications and programming solutions.
- Provide technical assistance in solving software problems.
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all development processes, including specifications, design, and user guides.
- Assist in training and mentoring junior developers, sharing knowledge and best practices in mainframe development.
- Ensure proper change management for all requested changes, fixes and enhancements to production applications.
- 24 X 7 on-call support rotation is required.
- Night and weekend Production/QA Support.
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. As an expert in your respective domain, you have several career paths available to you. Whether you progress as an Architect or a Specialist – you can find your next opportunity here.
Kyndryl currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccination to align with their respective COVID-19 vaccination policies. Those who believe they are eligible may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.
WhoYou Are
You excel in your field and have the experience to back it up. Just as importantly, you have a growth mindset, actively pursuing your personal and professional development. You prioritize customer success and are dedicated to delivering exceptional results.
* Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for Visa sponsorship, both now and in the future.
Most important skills:- IMS DB and DB2 – extensive experience required programming with these
- CA7 – extensive experience required working with scheduler
Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work/practical experience).
- At least 15 years of COBOL programming; proficiency in COBOL programming in an IBM z/OS mainframe environment.
- Expertise in Job Control Language (JCL).
- Experience in mainframe technologies, including IMS DB, CA7, DB2/SQL, JCL, MQ, VSAM, CICS, TSO, FTP.
- Production Support experience including break-fix support and permanent fixes in production.
- Development lifecycle experience, from Developing to System Test to UAT to Production.
- Familiarity with software development methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
Skills and Experience:
- Inter Test, Expediter debug tools, Service Now, Librarian source management
The compensation range for the position in the U.S. is $85,920 to $163,320 based on a full-time schedule.
Your actual compensation may vary depending on your geography, job-related skills and experience. For part time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately. The pay or salary range will not be below any applicable state, city or local minimum wage requirement.
There is a different applicable compensation range for the following work locations:
California: $94,440 to $195,840
Colorado: $85,920 to $163,320
New York City: $103,080 to $195,840
Washington: $94,440 to $179,400
Washington DC: $94,440…
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