Job Description

Sr. Mainframe Developer (Hybrid)

If you are like us, you have big ideas. At Cognizant, we’re exploring new ideas every day. We help industry leading companies reinvent their business models and innovate technology products that create new value by connecting people with things, insights, and experience. Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

If you meet our background requirements and skills and are looking for an opportunity with these skills and expertise, here is the ideal opportunity for you!

Role: Sr. Mainframe Developer

Experience: 7 to 11 years of solid experience.

Job Location: Candidates need to be willing to work in a hybrid model from the Client’s office in New York City – NY.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Service Manager with 7 to 11 years of experience in IBM Mainframe Utilities Control-M Scheduler CICS VSAM JCL DB2 and COBOL. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Asset and Wealth Management. This hybrid role requires a dedicated professional to oversee and manage our services effectively ensuring seamless operations and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations and maintenance of IBM Mainframe Utilities to ensure optimal performance.
• Manage and schedule tasks using Control-M Scheduler to maintain workflow efficiency.
• Provide support and troubleshooting for CICS applications to ensure uninterrupted service.
• Utilize VSAM for data storage and retrieval ensuring data integrity and availability.
• Develop and maintain JCL scripts to automate batch processing tasks.
• Administer and optimize DB2 databases to support business applications.
• Write and maintain COBOL programs to meet business requirements.
• Collaborate with Asset and Wealth Management teams to align IT services with business goals.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations in all IT operations.
• Lead incident management and problem resolution efforts to minimize downtime.
• Implement best practices for service management to enhance service delivery.
• Monitor system performance and implement improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Provide regular reports on service performance and improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Possess extensive experience in IBM Mainframe Utilities Control-M Scheduler CICS VSAM JCL DB2 and COBOL.
• Demonstrate strong domain knowledge in Asset and Wealth Management.
• Exhibit excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Show proficiency in managing hybrid work models.
• Have a proven track record of ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Display strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Maintain a customer-focused approach to service management.

Work Authorization: Cognizant will only consider applicants who are legally authorized to work in the United States.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until March 14th, 2025

The annual salary for this position is between $95,000 – $115,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• 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

Disclaimer:

The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Why Choose Cognizant?

Our associates enjoy robust benefits and training opportunities from our industry recognized, award winning Academy team. You will have access to hundreds of technical trainings to keep your abilities fresh and have opportunities to acquire certifications on the newest technologies.

If you became comfortable with ambiguity, delight by change, and excel through autonomy, we’d love to hear from you!

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer provider and committed to creating a diverse environment. We consider all applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital and family status, disabilities, sexual orientation or preference, veteran status or any other classification protected by state, federal or local law.

About Cognizant:

Headquartered in the U.S, Cognizant leverages a highly flexible business model, a flawless global delivery network, and deep domain expertise to deliver to a long list of world-class companies that are leaders in their own space.

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