Technical Lead – Mainframe (Cobol/DB2/JCL)
Cognizant · Brookfield, WI · 1 mo ago
HybridManagement$60k–$90k/yrFull-time
Critical Initiatives
This role supports critical initiatives within the Cards and Payments domain.
Must Have Skills
- Cobol
- DB2
- JCL
Good to Have Experience
- in Cards & Payments domain
- Agile/Scrum methodologies
- Production support and incident management
Roles & Responsibilities
- Lead design, development, and implementation of solutions using Cobol, DB2, and JCL
- Translate business requirements into technical specifications
- Provide technical leadership and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices
- Manage and optimize DB2 databases for performance and data integrity
- Perform testing, debugging, and code reviews to ensure high-quality deliverables
- Monitor and resolve production issues with minimal downtime
- Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business needs
- Maintain technical documentation for systems and processes
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across systems and team productivity
- Support project timelines in coordination with project managers
Key Qualifications
- 8–12 years of experience in Cobol, DB2, and JCL
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience delivering complex technical projects
- Knowledge of SDLC and agile methodologies
- Ability to mentor and guide team members
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Salary Range
$60,000 – $90,000 per year
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan