Solution Architecture - Intermediate

COBOL Programmer (Mainframe / AS400) Location: Cranston, RI (Hybrid Preferred, Remote Considered) *Local Candidates Preferred* Schedule: Monday-Friday, Core Hours 8:30 AM-4:00 PM ET Duration: 1 year Ongoing Compensation: $78-80 per hour with benefits Overview Epitec is seeking an experienced COBOL Programmer to support and enhance critical legacy applications in both IBM Mainframe and IBM iSeries (AS/400) environments. This position focuses on production support, application enhancements, interface development, database support, and modernization initiatives for long-standing enterprise systems. The ideal candidate will have recent, hands-on experience with COBOL development, strong legacy system support experience, and the ability to work closely with both technical and business stakeholders. Responsibilities IBM Mainframe Support (VSE / VM) Provide COBOL, JCL, and CICS programming supportMaintain and enhance existing production applicationsSupport applications utilizing SQL/DS, ADABAS, and VSAM databasesDevelop and support interfaces and data transfers using SFTP and FTPTroubleshoot production/runtime issues and partner with operations teamsDevelop and maintain technical documentationGenerate reports and operational status updatesSupport modernization and migration initiatives IBM iSeries / AS400 Support Provide COBOL programming support for System/36 and native mode environmentsMaintain and enhance existing applicationsDevelop and document interfaces with external agencies and systemsSupport DB2 databases and SQL-based applicationsTroubleshoot production issues and application failuresMaintain program, database, and interface documentationAssist with technical audits, reviews, and process improvementsContribute to modernization efforts of legacy systems Required Qualifications 3-5+ years of hands-on COBOL development experienceExperience supporting IBM Mainframe environments (VSE, VM)Experience with CICS and JCLStrong SQL and database support experienceExperience with DB2, IBM SQL/DS, ADABAS, VSAM, or similar legacy databasesExperience supporting AS/400 (IBM iSeries) environmentsExperience with SFTP, FTP, and ODBC integrationsAbility to troubleshoot production and runtime issuesStrong communication and documentation skillsExperience using Microsoft Office, Teams, and Visio Preferred Qualifications Experience with SharePoint integrations from Mainframe or AS/400 environmentsExperience supporting modernization, migration, or legacy application transformation projectsExperience with Syncsort, MacKinney Systems, or similar IBM utilities What We're Looking For Successful candidates will have a strong background supporting live production environments and be comfortable maintaining, enhancing, and modernizing legacy enterprise applications. Experience with both Mainframe and AS/400 environments is highly desirable. #INDPRO