Mainframe Developer

TEKsystems
$40.00 - $60.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Nebraska, Lincoln
Jun 03, 2025
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Application Developer to join a high-performing team supporting mission-critical applications. This role involves maintaining and enhancing legacy systems while contributing to new development initiatives using Agile methodologies. The ideal candidate will have strong COBOL and CICS experience and be comfortable working in a hybrid environment. Key Responsibilities * Analyze, develop, test, and maintain applications in COBOL and CICS. * Support and troubleshoot existing systems and services. * Collaborate with business and technical teams to gather requirements and implement solutions. * Participate in Agile development processes and daily team activities. * Perform full-stack development including front-end, middle-tier, and back-end components. * Maintain legacy applications and contribute to modernization efforts. * Ensure adherence to departmental standards and best practices. Required Qualifications * Bachelor's or Technical Degree in Computer Science (or equivalent experience with 5+ years in development). * Recent hands-on experience (within the last year) coding in COBOL and CICS. * Proficiency with JCL, job scheduling, and IBM mainframe (z/OS) environments. * Experience with SQL, DB2, QMF, and XPEDITER. * Familiarity with TSO and Visual Studio for source control. * Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Ability to work on-site in Lincoln, NE two days per week (no exceptions). * Reliable and consistent attendance. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with MicroFocus COBOL, App Master Builder, and Native COBOL. * Background in highway inventory systems or transportation-related applications. * Experience with SQL Server 2012+, ASP.NET, C#, Web/Windows Services, and SSRS. * Familiarity with Agile/SCRUM methodologies (2+ years preferred). * Experience with mainframe migration (re-hosting or re-platforming). Not accepting C2C candidates at this time. Pay and Benefits* The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Lincoln,NE. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 2025. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.