Software Engineering Specialist (Mainframe Specialist - IMS)
Core
Design, develop, modify, debug, and maintain mainframe software systems, serving as an expert on specific modules and applications within the software development life cycle.
Role type
Senior Mainframe Software Engineering Specialist (IMS)
Builds
Mission-critical software systems for communications and media companies
Domain
Mainframe computing, IMS DB/DC, Cloud modernization
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
COBOL, IMS DB/DC, z/OS, TSO, JCL, REXX/CLIST, Batch Scheduler (ESP/CA7), Python, API integration, Prompt engineering, Model fine-tuning
Preferred skills
Experience with Large Language Models (GPT, Claude), AI productivity tools (Microsoft Copilot), Cloud platforms (AWS), Visual Studio Code
Technologies
IMS, z/OS, COBOL, Python, AWS, VS Code
Responsibilities
Take ownership of specific application modules and provide technical support for solution design; Collaborate with cross-functional teams and participate in peer code reviews; Debug code, analyze bugs, and provide fixes or workarounds; Present software product demos to stakeholders; Lead technical design reviews and build relationships with internal customers; Drive continuous improvements and automation to reduce design complexity and response time.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentoring responsibilities
