Mainframe Developer

Job Title: Mainframe Developer with Application & Release Management Experience

Location: Hoffman Estates, IL, USA

Job Type: Hybrid

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer with a strong background in application and release management to join our IT team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of mainframe technologies, including COBOL, CICS, JCL, and DB2, as well as experience managing application lifecycles and coordinating release processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL, CICS, JCL, and DB2.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, design solutions, and deliver high-quality software.
• Implement and manage continuous integration and deployment pipelines for mainframe applications.
• Lead and coordinate releases, ensuring that all aspects of the release process are followed and documented.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in a mainframe environment.
• Provide support for production systems, including after-hours on-call support as needed.
• Work with business stakeholders to prioritize backlogs and plan sprints/releases.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, including change management and security protocols.
• Mentor junior developers and share mainframe development best practices.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies related to mainframe systems.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mainframe development.
• Strong proficiency in COBOL, CICS, JCL, DB2, and other mainframe technologies.
• Experience with application and release management in a mainframe environment.
• Knowledge of modern DevOps tools and methodologies, including CI/CD principles.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies is preferred.
• Familiarity with modernization of mainframe applications to integrate with new technologies is a plus

We can offer you:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package
• A multinational organization with 55 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• Laptop and a mobile phone
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays)
• Maternity & Paternity leave plans
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region)
• Retirement savings plans
• A higher education certification policy
• Commuter benefits (varies by region)
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups
• Cutting edge projects at the world s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization
• A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture

SYNECHRON S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law