Mainframe Engineer

Ampcus Incorporated

Plano, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Algorithms, Analysis Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Services, Cloud Computing, Cobol Programming Language, Compuware File-aid, Consulting, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Improvement, Continuous Integration, Data Sets, Debugging Skills, Diversity, IBM CICS (Customer Information Control System), IBM DB2, IBM Rexx Programming Language, Identify Issues, Java, Machine Learning, Mainframe Computer, Messaging Middleware, Oracle, Process Improvement, Programming Languages, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Software Design, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Software Testing, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), System Architecture, Unix Shell Programming, Web Services
LOCATION
Plano, TX
POSTED
14 days ago

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: Mainframe Engineer

Location(s): Plano, TX

Job Summary:

Executes software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with the ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems. Creates secure and high-quality production code and maintains algorithms that run synchronously with appropriate systems. Produces architecture and design artifacts for complex applications while being accountable for ensuring design constraints are met by software code development. Gathers, analyzes, synthesizes, and develops visualizations and reporting from large, diverse data sets in service of continuous improvement of software applications and systems. Proactively identifies hidden problems and patterns in data and uses these insights to drive improvements to coding hygiene and system architecture. Contributes to software engineering communities of practice and events that explore new and emerging technologies. Adds to team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Executes software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting.
  • Creates secure and high-quality production code.
  • Produces architecture and design artifacts for complex applications.
  • Gathers, analyzes, synthesizes, and develops visualizations and reporting from large, diverse data sets.
  • Proactively identifies hidden problems and patterns in data.
  • Contributes to software engineering communities of practice and events.
  • Adds to team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect.

Required Qualifications:

  • Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 3 years applied experience.
  • Hands-on practical experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
  • Proficient in coding in one or more languages (e.g., Mainframe technologies - COBOL, CICS, VSAM, DB2 along with messaging MQ).
  • Experience in developing, debugging, and maintaining code in a large corporate environment with one or more modern programming languages and database querying languages.
  • Overall knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle.
  • Solid understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Applicant Resiliency, and Security.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.).
  • Knowledge in scheduling tool CA-7.
  • Knowledge of version and revision control practices and procedures, using Endeavor.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

  • Knowledge in Mainframe utilities, such as File-Aid, Expeditor, SORT, REXX, and SAS is a plus.
  • Knowledge in CICS web services and Rest API is a plus.
  • Knowledge and exposure to one or more multiple languages: Python, Java, Unix Shell Scripting & Oracle is a Plus.
  • Exposure to cloud technologies.
 

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.

About the Company

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Ampcus Incorporated

Ampcus Inc is a global technology and business consulting firm specializing in Digital Transforrmation, Big Data, Analytics, Cyber Security, Testing, IV&V, Infrastructure Management and Enterprise Solutions. Ampcus Inc is an SBA 8(a) certified Women and Minority Owned global Provider of broad range of consulting Services. From strategy to execution, our disciplined yet flexible approach starts and ends with our clients. By listening hard and working harder, their goals become our goals. We are an ISO 9000, ISO 20000, ISO 27000 and CMMi Level certified company.

Ampcus consultants have significant business, engineering and technology experience. Our consultants have over 20 years of business experience and an average of over 10 years of engineering and technology experience. This means that the project teams understand how systems work and how the technology impacts the business processes of organizations.

We believe that success of an engagement is determined by strong project management, clear communication and mutual commitment working collaboratively. Our methodology begins by listening to the customer needs, then working with their teams to gain a clear understanding of the requirements, while providing a knowledge transfer of best practices for the organization. As a recognized leader providing customized software services, management and engineering solutions to companies around the world, our ability to deliver is a "granted"​ that makes companies put their trust in us to answer their day-to-day business challenges and put them on a path for greater success. We are the choice for our clients because we look at our clients business from a growth perspective.

Industry: Information Technology and Services

Specialties: Digital Transformation, Big Data and Analytics, Infrastructure Management Services, Testing and IV&V, Cyber Security, Active Directory and E-mail Infrastructure, Project Management, Training, and ERP, CRM. EAI, BI

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
http://www.ampcus.com