Skill: Mainframe Developer
Must Have Technical/Functional Skills:
- Languages: COBOL, JCL, SQL, PL/I.
- Databases: DB2, VSAM.
- Environments: CICS, IMS, z/OS.
- Practices: Agile, Test-Driven Development (TDD), CI/CD principles.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Application Development:
- Analyze user requirements and design technical specifications for new features or applications.
- Write, test, and debug code in COBOL, PL/I, Assembly, etc., using tools like CICS and IMS.
- Develop and maintain batch jobs (JCL) and online transaction processing systems.
System Maintenance & Optimization:
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in production environments.
- Optimize application performance, database efficiency, and system scalability.
- Perform code reviews to ensure quality and adherence to standards.
Collaboration & Support:
- Work with business analysts, project managers, and other IT teams (e.g., systems programmers).
- Provide technical support, documentation, and training for end-users.
- Participate in production support, including on-call rotations for 24/7 coverage.
Project & Lifecycle Management:
- Manage implementation planning and coordination for system changes.
- Create technical and functional documentation.
- Assist with disaster recovery planning and risk assessment.
Salary Range - $100,000-$120,000 a year
TCS Employee Benefits Summary:
- Discretionary Annual Incentive.
- Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
- Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.
- Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
- Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.
- Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
- Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.
