Mainframe Developer – COBOL & JCLStrong hands-on experience with COBOL (Batch & Online)Proficient in JCL including job scheduling, utilities, and restart/recoveryExperience with IBM z/OS Mainframe environmentGood working knowledge of CICS for online transaction processingStrong experience with DB2 (SQL, embedded SQL, performance tuning)Familiarity with VSAM (KSDS, ESDS, RRDS)Experience with File Handling, Sort utilities (DFSORT/SYNCSORT)IBM/Mainframe or Financial Systems–related certificationsJob DescriptionMust Have Technical/Functional SkillsStrong hands-on experience with COBOL (Batch & Online)Proficient in JCL including job scheduling, utilities, and restart/recoveryExperience with IBM z/OS Mainframe environmentGood working knowledge of CICS for online transaction processingStrong experience with DB2 (SQL, embedded SQL, performance tuning)Familiarity with VSAM (KSDS, ESDS, RRDS)Experience with File Handling, Sort utilities (DFSORT/SYNCSORT)Understanding of Mainframe Job Scheduling tools (CA-7, Control-M, or equivalent)Experience in incident analysis, debugging, and production supportKnowledge of BFSI domain, especially banking/credit union systems (Accounts, Loans, Payments preferred)Exposure to Change & Configuration Management tools (Endevor, Changeman, ISPW)Understanding of SDLC, Agile, and waterfall methodologiesRoles & ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, enhance, and maintain COBOL/JCL-based mainframe applicationsAnalyze business and technical requirements and translate them into robust mainframe solutionsPerform unit testing, system testing support, and bug fixesHandle batch job monitoring, performance tuning, and failure analysisSupport production releases, incident resolution, and root cause analysisWork closely with Business Analysts, QA teams, and onshore/offshore stakeholdersEnsure adherence to coding standards, security guidelines, and compliance requirementsParticipate in application modernization, optimization, and documentation initiativesProvide knowledge transition and mentoring to junior team members when requiredGeneric Managerial Skills, If anyStrong written and verbal communication skills, especially in client-facing environmentsAbility to work independently and manage priorities in a fast-paced BFSI environmentGood stakeholder management and collaboration skillsStrong problem-solving and analytical thinkingWillingness to support critical production issues and work across time zones when needed