We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer (Systematics) with strong expertise in core banking and financial services applications. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in IBM Mainframe technologies and proven experience working with Systematics-based banking applications. This role involves developing, enhancing, and supporting business-critical applications in a high-volume transaction processing environment.
In this role, you will:
· Design, develop, test, and maintain mainframe applications supporting banking operations and financial transaction processing.
· Analyse business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
· Develop and support online and batch applications using COBOL, JCL, VSAM, and related mainframe technologies.
· Perform impact analysis, code reviews, debugging, testing, and production support activities.
· Troubleshoot and resolve batch failures, production incidents, and performance issues.
Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered
· 5-10+ years of experience in IBM Mainframe application development and support, with strong expertise in COBOL, JCL, VSAM, and batch processing environments.
· Hands-on experience with Systematics-based banking applications, including development, enhancements, production support, and troubleshooting of core banking functions.
· Proficiency with mainframe development and support tools, including Endevor/Changeman (or similar version control tools), XPEDITER, Abend-AID, File-AID, Easytrieve, QMF, or equivalent utilities.
· Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, with experience resolving production incidents and supporting business-critical applications.
· Experience working in Agile and Waterfall environments; exposure to CICS, IMS, DB2, and financial services/banking applications is highly preferred.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $ 60000 to $ 93500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
401(k) plan and contributions
Long-term/Short-term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
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