Mainframe Developer - Cobol, DB2, IMS
Astra North Infoteck Inc.
- Toronto, ON
- Permanent
- Full-time
Job Summary:We are seeking a skilled Mainframe Developer with strong expertise in IMS, DB2, and COBOL. The ideal candidate will be capable of independently analyzing systems, designing solutions, and leading development efforts while collaborating within a team that may have limited mainframe experience.Top 3 Required Skills:
- IMS
- DB2
- COBOL
- Analyze IMS segments and develop detailed technical designs
- Perform end-to-end field mapping and system analysis
- Develop, unit test, and deploy mainframe applications
- Work with DB2 objects, including analysis and processing
- Lead and mentor junior developers within the team
- Collaborate using tools like Jira, Confluence, and ServiceNow
- Ensure high-quality code and adherence to development standards
- Work independently in a fast-paced, adaptive environment
- Strong experience in IMS (Information Management System)
- Proficiency in COBOL programming
- Deep knowledge of DB2 databases
- Experience with JCL (Job Control Language)
- Familiarity with tools: Endevor, File-AID, CA-7
- Hands-on experience with SQL
- Knowledge of CA-7 scheduling tool
- Strong SQL expertise
- Experience with JCL
- Exposure to Kafka and RESTful APIs (nice to have)
- INSYNC
- Jira
- Confluence
- ServiceNow
- GitHub Copilot / VS Code (AI-assisted development awareness)
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Ability to learn independently and adapt quickly
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Capability to work in a team with limited mainframe experience
- SQL
- CA-7
- JCL