Jobs · Management · Wisconsin

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

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