Mainframe Software Engineer

Dearborn, MI – Hybrid schedule: 4 days onsite (Mon–Thu), 1 day remote (Fri). Employment type: W2. Position Description We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Software Engineer for the Vehicle Invoicing and Drafting Application—a mission‑critical mainframe legacy system built on COBOL, JCL, DB2, and other technologies. The ideal candidate will possess over 10 years of technology experience and demonstrated technical leadership. Assist with Enhancement/New Development Projects (including research, analysis, functional/technical specifications, formal testing, and deployment) and Operations Support (triage and resolution). Easily assimilate into the existing global team. Maintain accurate systems documentation and adhere to coding standards in accordance with Ford Guidelines/Controls/Security Policies. Effectively engage in technical discussions within the application team and with other interfacing applications. Strong ability to navigate new, complex, and challenging technical situations (including SAP/S4 or similar technology) with creative solutions. Ability to bridge legacy mainframe systems with new and leading‑edge technology (SAP/S4 or similar technology). Superior ability to quickly build relationships with people/colleagues, including software engineers and product owners. Demonstrated ability to develop technical solutions, lead, and guide small teams through complex technical situations (solid technical leadership abilities). Additional Information: VI&D is on a decommission glidepath (2 years or less). Candidates with expertise in both COBOL and advanced technologies (e.g., SAP, JAVA) may transition as the application pivots to SAP. Skills Required Application Solutions, Microsoft Word, CA-7, Coding, Database – DB2/UDB, User Stories, Z/OS, Acceptance Testing, Batch Processing, Complex Deployment Planning, Microsoft Windows, Data Integrity, IBM DB2, IT Management Methodology, Mainframe DB, Application Development, Computer Security, Data Governance, IT Support, Access Controls, Application Support, Customer Information Control System (CICS), Analytical skills, Application Design, COBOL, production release, Agile Software Development, Application Testing, Data Management, Mainframe Systems, JSON, API, User Acceptance Testing. Experience Required Senior Software Engineer: Maintaining complex legacy code, 10+ years in IT, 10+ years in COBOL development. Experience Preferred Experience with Agile Methodology and Jira. Education Required Bachelor's Degree. Education Preferred Bachelor's Degree. #J-18808-Ljbffr Saanvi Technologies