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 strong 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 experience

Desired Candidate Profile

- Strong technical leadership and ownership mindset
- Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to coordinate with business and technical stakeholders
- Experience managing end-to-end delivery responsibilities
- Solid communication and team collaboration skills

Experience

5-9 Years

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