Adjudication, Analysis Skills, Business Analysis, Claims Processing, Cobol Programming Language, Code Reviews, Coding Standards, Compuware Abend-AID Fault Manager, Compuware File-aid, Compuware XPEDITER, Consulting, Debugging Skills, Debugging Tools, Detail Oriented, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Healthcare, IBM CICS (Customer Information Control System), IBM DB2, Identify Issues, International Classification of Diseases (ICD), JCL (Job Control Language), Mainframe Computer, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Performance Analysis, Regulations, Root Cause Analysis, Software Administration, Systems Administration/Management, Technical Support
Job Title: Mainframe Developer Contractor
Location: Chicago, IL, USA
Employment Type: Contract
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Mainframe Developer Contractor to join our client's team in the technology sector. In this role, you will contribute to the development and maintenance of mainframe applications, assist in coding, testing, and debugging, and provide technical support for system upgrades and enhancements.
Responsibilities
- Analyze, design, and develop complex fixes and enhancements for mainframe-based claims adjudication modules.
- Troubleshoot critical production defects and perform root cause analysis on recurring issues.
- Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to client coding standards.
- Collaborate with business analysts to translate healthcare claims regulatory changes into technical requirements.
Requirements
- 6-9 years of hands-on experience with COBOL, DB2, VSAM, JCL, and CICS.
- Experience with Mainframe debugging tools such as Xpediter, File-AID, and Abend-AID.
- Strong knowledge of healthcare claims processing, including 837/835 EDI formats and ICD-10.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience mentoring junior team members.
- Familiarity with mainframe performance and functionality analysis.
Who We Are
SGF Global is an integrated talent solutions provider, offering staffing, recruitment, Employer of Record (EOR), nearshore, and consulting services across a wide range of industries in 35 countries. We’re a dynamic, people-first organization where fresh ideas are always welcome. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and a genuine passion for helping people grow. At SGF Global, smiles are part of the dress code, and every voice matters.
Are you looking to join an organization where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a global impact?
- Explore opportunities
- Grow your career
- Be part of something global
- Your future starts here.