Junior Software Engineer (Mainframe)

Cognizant • Orlando, FL • 2h ago

This hybrid role for a Junior Software Engineer involves designing, developing, and maintaining IBM Mainframe applications using COBOL, JCL, DB2, VSAM, and core utilities. The role supports a global organization, focusing on stable delivery of change requests, resolution of production incidents, and continuous improvement of code quality. Exposure to Cards & Payments domain processes is an added advantage.

In this role, you will:

Collaborate with senior engineers to analyze business requirements and translate them into efficient IBM Mainframe solutions.

Develop, modify, and unit test COBOL programs and JCL jobs for batch and online processes, ensuring reliability and maintainability.

Configure and execute IBM Mainframe utilities for file handling, dataset management, and performance tuning.

Create, update, and optimize JCL scripts to manage batch processes, ensuring proper job scheduling, dependencies, and restart mechanisms.

Design and maintain VSAM datasets, ensuring data integrity and efficient access for high-volume transactional workloads.

Write and optimize DB2 queries and embedded SQL within COBOL programs for data processing needs.

Participate in code reviews and walkthroughs to ensure adherence to coding standards, quality, and security practices.

Investigate and resolve production incidents through root cause analysis and implement sustainable fixes.

Work model

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 - 4 days a week in a client office in Orlando, FL or New York, NY or Dallas, TX. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.

What you need to have to be considered

1-4 years of hands-on experience with IBM Mainframe technologies including COBOL, JCL, DB2, VSAM, and utilities.

Strong understanding of relational databases and DB2 concepts such as indexing and query optimization.

Familiarity with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including development, testing, and deployment processes.

Exposure to or willingness to learn Cards & Payments domain concepts.

Experience with version control systems, ticketing tools, and mainframe job scheduling systems is preferred.

Ability to follow organizational standards, compliance requirements, and quality processes.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $40,170 to $ 60,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

401(k) plan and contributions

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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