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MAINFRAME PROGRAMMER ANALYST, AUSTIN, TX (REMOTE)

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Contract: 6 Months (3 Yrs Ext)

Deadline: 3/27/26

Job Description:

  • Performs advanced (senior level) computer programming in an IMS/application mainframe environment. Work involves overseeing programming projects, analyzing proposed applications, and designing software solutions. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

  • Knowledge of modern programming languages is required to ‘translate’ how the batch code will be redefined in the new language.

  • Ability to present findings of research in business terms clearly so requirements can be created

  • Ability to diagram flow for the batch programs to enhance understanding of the overall process

  • Hierarchal and Relational database knowledge required

  • Ability to read schedules in JobTrack

  • Ability to document those schedules by program groupings

Required Skills:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent related work experience.

  • 5+ Yrs of Detailed knowledge of developing and maintaining IMS/application mainframe applications

  • 5+ Yrs of CICS/BMS experience

  • 5+ Yrs of experience in COBOL, CICS, JCL, REXX, ISPF, File-Aid or a similar product

Preferred Skills:

  • 5+ Yrs of Hands-on experience with Mark IV

  • 5+ Yrs of ISPF and other IBM utilities experience

  • 5+ Yrs of Experience with File Aid

  • 3+ Yrs of Experience with Expediter

  • 3+ Yrs of Experience with JCL

  • 3+ Yrs of IMS and VSAM experience

  • 3+ Yrs of Experience reading code, understanding business rules, and modifying programs based on user requirements

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