Role description
Key responsibilities :
Application development : Design code and test new applications for mainframe systems.
Maintenance and upgrades : Update maintain and modify existing applications to ensure they continue to meet business requirements.
Troubleshooting and debugging : Analyze and fix bugs and issues within mainframe software to ensure optimal performance.
Collaboration : Work with other developers IT teams and business analysts to implement and support projects.
Documentation : Create and maintain technical documentation and user manuals.
System analysis : Evaluate and recommend changes to the mainframe system sometimes involving cost-effective project proposals.
Key skills and languages
Programming languages : COBOL & JCL
Databases : DB2 & VSAM
Technical skills : Understanding of batch processing online transaction processing OLTP and capacity management is crucial.
Soft skills : Strong communication attention to detail data analysis and problem-solving skills are essential.
Senior Engineering Specialist • Pittsburgh, PA, United States