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Mainframe Developer & Support Lead

Diverse Lynx, LLC

Holmdel, NJ

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SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Atlassian JIRA, Auditing, Automation, Backlog Prioritization, Capacity Management, Change Management, Cloud Computing, Cobol Programming Language, Communication Skills, Compuware Abend-AID Fault Manager, Compuware File-aid, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Data Management, Database Administration, Debugging Skills, Distributed Computing, Error Handling, IBM CICS (Customer Information Control System), IBM DB2, Incident Response, JCL (Job Control Language), Java, Mainframe Computer, Maintain Compliance, Management Strategy, Messaging Middleware, Metrics, Microservices, Middleware, Offshoring, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, REST (Representational State Transfer), Regulatory Requirements, Release Management/Engineering, Resource Management, SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol), SQL (Structured Query Language), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Service Level Agreement (SLA), ServiceNow, Software Administration, Splunk, Sprint Planning, Stored Procedures, System Integration (SI), Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, Trend Analysis, User Documentation
LOCATION
Holmdel, NJ
POSTED
8 days ago

Mainframe Dev & Support Lead

Role Summary

The Technical Lead to support the Mainframe applications while coordinating with Distributed system teams.

The lead ensures system stability, meets SLAs, and enables continuous improvement through innovation, intelligent monitoring, and process optimization.

This role includes ownership of planning, estimation, PI Planning participation, and driving automation

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage P1/P2 incidents, lead bridge calls, effective communication with stakeholders and coordinate with offshore team
  • Ensure timely response to ServiceNow incidents, problems, and change tasks
  • Conduct RCA and implement preventive and automated solutions
  • Perform development and provide solutioning.
  • Perform effort estimation, capacity planning, and resource allocation for features, enhancements, and support work
  • Actively participate in PI Planning, Sprint Planning, backlog grooming, and Agile ceremonies
  • Coordinate with Distributed teams (Java, APIs, Microservices, Cloud) for seamless integration
  • Prepare or review technical designs ensuring performance, scalability, and maintainability
  • Guide teams in debugging complex issues across COBOL, CICS, DB2, MQ, and integrated systems
  • Oversee DB2 tuning, batch optimization, and system performance improvements
  • Lead automation initiatives to reduce manual effort in batch monitoring, incident resolution, and deployments
  • Leverage tools/scripts for auto-recovery, job restart, and performance trend analysis
  • Oversee release and deployment management using ChangeMan
  • Ensure compliance with change management, audit, and regulatory requirements
  • Drive continuous improvement using KPIs, SLAs, and operational metrics
  • Act as a liaison between business stakeholders, Mainframe, and Distributed teams

Required Technical Skills:

Core Mainframe

  • COBOL (advanced debugging, optimization, architecture understanding)
  • JCL (complex workflows, scheduling optimization, condition handling)
  • VSAM (file tuning, error handling, data management strategies)
  • DB2 (advanced SQL tuning, locking analysis, stored procedures)
  • CICS (performance tuning, debugging, region management)
  • MQ (message flows, error handling, integration patterns)

Distributed & Modern Technologies

  • REST/SOAP APIs and Microservices integration
  • Working knowledge of Java-based applications
  • Integration frameworks and middleware

Tools

  • Control-M (advanced scheduling, automation)
  • ServiceNow (incident/problem/change management)
  • ChangeMan (code promotion/version control)
  • Abend Aid, Expeditor, File Aid
  • Jira
  • Monitoring tools (Splunk, Dynatrace, AppDynamics)

Soft Skills

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities under pressure
  • Strong communication with business, executive stakeholders, and cross-functional teams
  • Ownership mindset and focus on operational excellence
  • Strong Agile mindset with PI Planning and SAFe experience

Experience Profile

  • 10+ years of experience in Mainframe development and support
  • Strong experience in estimation, PI Planning, and Agile delivery (SAFe preferred)
  • Hands-on exposure to Mainframe + Distributed systems integration

Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.

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