Mainframe Developer

12+ Month Contract

Hybrid On-Site Dearborn MI

$60-75/HR

Position Description:We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Software Engineer for the Vehicle Invoicing and Drafting Application with 10+ years of solid technology experience with demonstrated technical leadership capability. Vehicle Invoicing and Drafting is a mission critical Mainframe Legacy application (with COBOL, JCL, DB2, Endeavor, Advanced File Handling, Online/Batch Processing); approximately 60+ years old with both Online and Batch Programs. You must be highly proficient at quickly tracing through complex COBOL Code using advanced Debug Tools. You must be able to quickly determine the Root Cause, and superior at quickly developing/implementing the most viable mitigation strategy. We move fast. The company counts on us to get it right, the first time! We successfully multi task, as we demonstrate a keen mastery of juggling production support issues with planning small enhancement deployments. You must be organized and capable of managing stress, while still delivering assigned tasks. Key Responsibilities: • 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) • ** A Nice To Have Capability: Exposure to some advanced technologies (SAP, JAVA, etc) with a keen ability to bridge Advanced Technologies with complex legacy interfaces in a fast-paced environment, using Agile Methodology. ** VI&D is on a Decommission Glidepath (2-years or less), but if you have superior talent in BOTH Cobol and advanced technologies, then there is certainly a possibility that you could transition along with the application as we pivot 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 TestingSkills Preferred:N/AExperience Required:Senior Software Engineer Exp: Maintaining complex Legacy Code 10+ years in IT; 10+ years in COBOL developmentExperience Preferred:.Experience with Agile Methodology and JiraEducation Required:Bachelor's DegreeEducation Preferred:Bachelor's DegreeAdditional Safety Training/Licensing/Personal Protection Requirements:Additional Information :Hybrid Position 4 days a week onsite (On Site: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu) (Remote: Fri) +Empowered, Friendly, Technically Competent, Responsible, Analytical, Team Player, Problem Solver, Logical & Critical Thinker +Should be independent and empowered +Excellent communication and problem solving skills; +VERY PROCESS/DETAIL ORIENTED +Self Starter/Go Getter +Highly Organized +Motivated to "WIN" and achieve success for VI&D and Ford Motor Company
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