Mainframe Developer

Remote Contract Opportunity

Lighthouse Technology Services is partnering with our client to fill their Mainframe Software Engineer (COBOL/Debit Processing) position! This is a 6+ month contract opportunity and will be onsite in Buffalo, NY in the United States. This role will be a W2 employee of Lighthouse Technology Services. No C2C arrangements.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Provide designs, specifications, and development of new or existing applications.
• Serve as a principal application designer for major modifications, ensuring solutions are technologically sound.
• Complete and oversee basic to complex systems analysis, design, and development.
• Direct and monitor less experienced resources and coordinate development tasks on small to large scope projects.
• Prepare and manage the technical component of project plans.
• Participate in overall systems development direction from technical analysis to user acceptance testing.
• Prepare and review test data, execute detailed test plans, and perform debugging as needed.
• Prepare thorough, clear technical/functional specifications and update system documentation.
• Recommend new technology, policies, or processes to improve efficiencies and resolve deficiencies.
• Ensure adherence to development standards and procedures.
• Maintain efficient operation of supported applications and provide issue resolution.

What You'll Need to Have:

• Hands-on experience working in mainframe environments, supporting and maintaining enterprise applications.
• Strong experience with Retail Banking, Debit Card processing systems and related transaction workflows.
• Proficiency in COBOL, CICS, JCL, Panvalet and online real-time processing.
• Familiarity with application development software and hardware platforms.
• Proficient with debit cards, migration and modernization.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills, with prior experience presenting to stakeholders.
• Experience coordinating between applications and business units.

Pay Range: $55-$70+/hr

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