Senior Mainframe Developer

Senior Mainframe Developer

As a Senior Mainframe Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and implementing robust mainframe solutions that support critical business operations. You will be a valued member of the Technology & Engineering team and work collaboratively with offshore developers, business analysts, and project stakeholders. In this role, you will :

• Analyze and review requirements related to Mainframe and zOS systems.
• Develop and maintain applications using COBOL, VSAM, DB2, CICS, and JCL.
• Design and implement new API-based zOS applications.
• Lead and mentor offshore development teams to ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and support production deployment activities.

Work model : We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

What you need to have to be considered :

These will help you stand out :

Benefits : Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements :

Salary and other compensation : Applications will be accepted until November 17th, 2025. The annual salary for this position is between $100,000 - $117,000 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.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role. Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.