Mainframe Developer (COBOL/CICS/DB2)

CTG is seeking a Mainframe Developer (COBOL/CICS/DB2) to support enterprise application development and maintenance within an IBM z/OS environment. This contract is ideal for an experienced mainframe professional with strong COBOL development skills and expertise in CICS, DB2, VSAM, JCL, and Endevor. Location: Remote Duration: 5 months Key Responsibilities Develop, enhance, and maintain IBM Mainframe z/OS applications. Design, code, test, and support COBOL applications utilizing CICS, DB2, VSAM, and JCL. Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Troubleshoot and resolve production issues while ensuring application stability and performance. Perform code maintenance, enhancements, and application modernization activities. Utilize Endevor for source code management and application deployment. Develop and execute unit testing and support system integration testing. Document technical designs, programming changes, and support procedures. Collaborate with developers, business analysts, QA teams, and stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle. Required Skills IBM Mainframe z/OS development COBOL CICS DB2 VSAM JCL Endevor TSO/ISPF REXX SQL Application debugging and performance tuning Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Preferred Experience 5+ years of IBM Mainframe application development experience. Experience developing and supporting high-volume enterprise applications. Strong knowledge of COBOL programming and CICS transaction processing. Experience working with DB2 databases and VSAM file structures. Experience with Endevor source control and release management. Familiarity with the complete software development lifecycle, including analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and production support. Education Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required. CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role. To Apply: To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you! The expected base salary for this position ranges from $45.00 to $50.00/hour. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered. About CTG CTG, a Cegeka company, delivers IT and business solutions that enhance clients' digital agility, empowering them to seize new opportunities and overcome any challenge. Backed by more than 60 years' experience and a commitment to being a reliable, results-driven partner, we work shoulder to shoulder with clients to shape digital together. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. With more than 9,000 team members in over 15 countries, we combine global expertise with local insight to deliver innovative solutions. We operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. Together, we shape what's next-working shoulder to shoulder to deliver impactful solutions for our clients and society. Our culture is built by the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. At CTG, you'll find a workplace where you are encouraged to grow, supported in your ambitions, and empowered to shape your own career journey. For more information, visit www.ctg.com. CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws. CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.