Senior IT Programmer Analyst, Mainframe

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Develop, deploy, and maintain support for applications based on mainframe technology.

• Collaborate with business clients and IT staff to analyze system requests.

• Create technical specifications and implement solutions for new development and maintenance.

• Design, code, test, and apply program modifications.

• Examine technical issues related to systems and applications, document findings, and suggest resolution options.

• Prepare and execute unit and integration testing plans.

• Follow SDLC standards and generate project documentation.

• Lead smaller or less complex projects, managing tasks, timelines, and communications.

• Report project progress, risks, and issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Create user and operational documentation.

• Mentor junior programmer/analysts and assist with complex technical inquiries.

• Provide on-call production support as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 8 years of experience in the development and support of mainframe-based applications.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related discipline; relevant work experience may be accepted.

• Proficiency in COBOL, Easytrieve, CICS, VSAM, JCL, and zOS.

• Advanced knowledge of SyncSort, IDCAMS, CECI, CEDF, FTP, and various third-party toolsets.

• Strong understanding of both Waterfall and Agile SDLC methodologies.

• Capability to collaborate with business clients to develop solutions that meet business requirements.

• Excellent technical, analytical, and communication skills.

• Ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences effectively.

• Skill in managing multiple priorities, meeting deadlines, and delivering results in a team setting.

• Dependable attendance and the ability to work full-time.

• Knowledge of Assembler is a plus.

• Experience with client/server technology, .TXT files, .XLS files, and SQL is advantageous.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Visio) is preferred.

• Experience in the insurance industry, specifically in life, health, and annuity, is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation aimed at reflecting your expertise and contributions.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• Extensive life insurance benefits.

• Retirement options, including a company-matched 401k and pension plan.

• Paid holidays and time off.

• Parental leave benefits.

• Subsidized all-in-one subscriptions promoting fitness, mindfulness, nutrition, and sleep objectives.

• Company-funded counseling services for mental health, stress management, and work-life balance.

• Eligibility for continued education reimbursement.

• Company-sponsored FLMI and ICA courses.

• Discounted tickets for Texas Rangers games.