Mainframe Developer _ COBOL & JCL

Job Responsibilities & Qualifications Strong hands‑on experience with COBOL (Batch & Online) Proficient in JCL including job scheduling, utilities, and restart/recovery Experience with IBM z/OS Mainframe environment Good working knowledge of CICS for online transaction processing Strong experience with DB2 (SQL, embedded SQL, performance tuning) Familiarity with VSAM (KSDS, ESDS, RRDS) Experience with File Handling, Sort utilities (DFSORT/SYNCSORT) Understanding of Mainframe Job Scheduling tools (CA-7, Control‑M, or equivalent) Experience in incident analysis, debugging, and production support Knowledge of BFSI domain, especially banking/credit union systems (Accounts, Loans, Payments preferred) Exposure to Change & Configuration Management tools (Endevor, Changeman, ISPW) Understanding of SDLC, Agile, and waterfall methodologies Design, develop, enhance, and maintain COBOL/JCL‑based mainframe applications Analyze business and technical requirements and translate them into robust mainframe solutions Perform unit testing, system testing support, and bug fixes Handle batch job monitoring, performance tuning, and failure analysis Support production releases, incident resolution, and root cause analysis Work closely with Business Analysts, QA teams, and onshore/offshore stakeholders Ensure adherence to coding standards, security guidelines, and compliance requirements Participate in application modernization, optimization, and documentation initiatives Provide knowledge transition and mentoring to junior team members when required Generic Managerial Skills Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially in client‑facing environments Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a fast‑paced BFSI environment Good stakeholder management and collaboration skills Strong problem‑solving and analytical thinking Willingness to support critical production issues and work across time zones when needed 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 Location Mclean, VA Salary Range $130,000-$160,000 a year Desired Candidate Profile Bachelor of Computer Science #J-18808-Ljbffr Tata Consultancy Services Limited