Mainframe Developer / Tech Lead (COBOL, JCL, DB2)

? Location: Chennai | Bengaluru | Hyderabad | Mumbai | Indore | Ahmedabad

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer / Tech Lead with solid expertise in COBOL, JCL, DB2, VSAM, and Native Stored Procedures. The ideal candidate will be responsible for end-to-end delivery, including requirement analysis, design, development, testing, and production support within an Agile environment.
This role requires both technical hands-on experience and leadership capabilities to guide development activities, ensure code quality, and support critical business applications.

Key Responsibilities
• Analyze business requirements and participate in requirement gathering discussions.
• Design, develop, enhance, and maintain Mainframe applications.
• Develop and support programs using COBOL, JCL, DB2, and VSAM.
• Create and maintain DB2 Native Stored Procedures.
• Perform coding, unit testing, integration testing, and defect resolution.
• Support production releases and resolve application issues.




• Conduct impact analysis and provide effort estimations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.
• Review code and ensure adherence to development standards and best practices.
• Mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance.

Required Skills
✅ 5-9 years of experience in Mainframe Development
✅ Strong expertise in COBOL, JCL, DB2, and VSAM
✅ Experience with DB2 Native Stored Procedures
✅ Strong understanding of SDLC and Agile methodologies
✅ Hands-on experience in coding, testing, and production support
✅ Ability to perform requirement analysis and impact assessment
✅ Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
✅ Experience in handling critical production incidents

Preferred Skills
• Mainframe Performance Tuning
• File Processing and Batch Applications
• CA7 / Control-M Scheduling
• IBM Mainframe Utilities
• Agile/Scrum Methodology
• Banking, Insurance, or Retail domain experienc

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