Mainframe Developer (contract)

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables you to grow and succeed. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide. Recognized as a top destination for innovators and champions of inclusion, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance, and this is what is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary. Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer to support the ongoing maintenance, modernization, and enhancement of the Automated Cash Management (ACAM) platform within a leading financial services organization. This role will be responsible for both production support and hands-on development within a highly complex, batch-oriented environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mainframe technologies, application development, and platform modernization, with the ability to support existing systems while contributing to future enhancements. This is a 12-month contract with the potential for extension or conversion. The position is located in Pittsburgh, PA, or New York City, with an expectation of 4 days onsite per week from 7:30-4:30pm EST. Key Responsibilities: Application Development & Enhancements: Design, develop, test, and implement enhancements for the ACAM platform while supporting ongoing modernization initiatives.Mainframe Development: Develop and maintain applications using COBOL, JCL, DB2, VSAM, and CICS within a large-scale financial services environment.Batch Processing & Scheduling: Support a highly batch-oriented platform by developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex batch processes using Control-M and related scheduling tools.Production Support: Investigate and resolve production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and ensure the continued stability and reliability of business-critical applications.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with product teams, production support teams, business stakeholders, and offshore development teams to gather requirements, prioritize enhancements, and deliver technical solutions.Modernization Initiatives: Contribute to platform modernization efforts through the adoption of CI/CD practices, cloud technologies, API enablement, and hybrid integration strategies.Documentation & Knowledge Transfer: Review and maintain technical documentation while participating in knowledge-sharing activities with global team members to develop a thorough understanding of internal systems and processes. Qualifications: 7+ years of mainframe development experience, preferably within a financial services environmentStrong proficiency in COBOL, JCL, DB2, VSAM, and CICSHands-on experience with Control-M, MQ Series, and Easytrieve or REXXStrong understanding of batch processing, online transaction processing, file-based data flows, and EBCDIC data handlingExperience with production support and incident resolutionExperience with CI/CD practices and source control tools such as Endevor, GitLab, or similar SCM platformsExperience working within large-scale enterprise environmentsStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and collaboration skillsBachelor's degree required Preferred Experience: Experience supporting financial services applicationsExposure to application modernization initiativesExperience with API enablement, data virtualization, or cloud-hybrid integrationExperience collaborating with globally distributed teamsAbility to balance ongoing production support responsibilities with new development initiativesExperience working within complex, highly customized enterprise environments Why Join Us: This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally distributed team supporting a mission-critical cash management platform within a leading financial services organization. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced technical leaders, contribute to modernization initiatives, and make a direct impact on a platform that supports essential business operations while expanding your expertise across both traditional mainframe technologies and emerging development practices. At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at: BNY Newsroom BNY LinkedIn Here’s a few of our recent awards: America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025 World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025 “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025 Pay Rate Range 77.6 - 97 USD hourly Additional Notes Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting is for a contract assignment with Tundra Technical Solutions to provide services to Bank of New York (BNY). Please note that this is not a full-time employment opportunity. Candidates selected for this role will be engaged as contractors for the specified duration of the project. For any inquiries regarding the terms of the contract or engagement, please contact Tundra Technical Solutions directly. Benefits Information Optional benefits offering include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits via Tundra Technical Solutions.