Job Title: Mainframe DB2 Developer

Shift Timing: 5:00 PM -2:00 AM IST

Location: Pune, Bangalore, Chennai, Noida, Hyderabad

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Mainframe DB2 Developer to design, develop, and maintain applications on IBM z/OS platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in DB2, combined with programming proficiency in COBOL, PL/I, Assembler, and REXX, and a solid understanding of mainframe tools and utilities including DB2 Utilities Suite for z/OS.Key Responsibilities:

Application Development:

• Design, develop, and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL, PL/I, Assembler, and REXX.
• Implement business logic and translate functional requirements into technical specifications.
• Experience with DB2 Utilities Suite for z/OS.

Database Integration:

• Work extensively with DB2 for data modeling, SQL query development, and performance optimization.
• Support precompile, bind, and package management for DB2 applications.
• System Analysis & Optimization:
• Analyze existing code for performance improvements and implement enhancements.
• Debug and resolve application issues using tools like Abend-Aid and Fault Analyzer.

Batch & Online Processing:

• Develop and maintain JCL scripts for batch processing.
• Integrate applications with CICS and other mainframe subsystems.
• Documentation & Compliance:
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation for systems, processes, and code.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and organizational policies.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proficiency in COBOL, PL/I, Assembler, and REXX programming languages.
• Strong experience with DB2 and SQL in a mainframe environment.
• Familiarity with JCL, CICS, VSAM, and mainframe utilities.
• Ability to troubleshoot and optimize complex mainframe applications.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with IMS databases and RACF security.
• Knowledge of version control tools like Endevor or similar.
• Exposure to modernization initiatives and integration with distributed systems.
• Education:

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.