Mainframe Developer

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Job Title: Mainframe Developer

Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid)

Employment Type: W2 Only (NO C2C/1099)

Duration: 12 Months

About the Role:

We are urgently seeking a highly experienced Mainframe Developer to join a dynamic team working on mission-critical systems in the financial services domain . This hybrid role based in Charlotte, NC requires deep expertise in Mainframe technologies and a strong understanding of modern platforms such as Java , Spring Boot , and Microservices. The ideal candidate will be a technical leader capable of driving design and implementation decisions for complex system enhancements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design, development, and enhancement of mainframe applications using COBOL , CICS , DB2 , JCL , and IMS/IDMS.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define architecture and implementation strategies.
  • Support and optimize high-volume transaction systems, particularly in financial services.
  • Integrate mainframe systems with modern platforms including Java , Spring Boot , REST APIs , and Microservices.
  • Work with MongoDB or other NoSQL datastores for hybrid data solutions.
  • Participate in modernization efforts using MuleSoft , Azure Cloud , and Kubernetes.
  • Ensure performance, scalability, and reliability of applications across distributed environments.
  • Document technical specifications, workflows, and change logs.
  • Work in agile product teams alongside tech leads, product owners, scrum masters, and QA engineers.

Required Skills & Experience:

  • 13 years of hands-on experience in Mainframe development.
  • Experience with Java and related technologies.
  • Expert-level knowledge in COBOL , CICS , DB2 , JCL , and Mainframe MQ.
  • Experience with IMS/IDMS , EASYTRIEVE , and SORT utilities.
  • Strong understanding of mainframe architecture , design patterns , and integration strategies.
  • Experience with relational databases (DB2) and other RDBMS products.
  • Familiarity with file transmission protocols such as Connect:Direct (NDM) , SFTP , and IBM Sterling File Gateway.
  • Working knowledge of Microservice Architecture , NoSQL databases , and cloud-native development.
  • Background in financial services or high-transaction volume systems.
  • Experience with ITIL best practices for incident, problem, and change management.

Nice to Have:

  • Exposure to Kubernetes , MuleSoft , and Azure Cloud.
  • Experience with modern DevOps practices and mainframe modernization.
  • Familiarity with EJB , event-driven architectures , and containerization.