Software Development Engineer -Cobol/Mainframe

Summary

Join Sagent as a Software Development Engineer and play a crucial role in developing, implementing, and maintaining software systems. You will contribute to all stages of the software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to system design. This role focuses on mainframe application support and development, requiring expertise in COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, and VSAM. You will design, develop, and maintain mainframe applications, provide production support, and ensure system reliability and efficiency. The position demands strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and collaboration abilities. Sagent offers a comprehensive benefits package, including remote/hybrid work options, health benefits, unlimited flexible time off, and more.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in mainframe application development and support
• Proficient in COBOL, JCL, CICS, and VSAM
• Hands-on experience with tools like File Manager, Fault Analyzer, APA, and OMEGAMON
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Basic experience with Azure Monitor: configuring, managing, and troubleshooting alert rules

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL, JCL, and CICS
• Analyze user requirements and translate them into technical specifications
• Write, test, debug, and deploy high-quality code in a z/OS environment
• Provide L2/L3 support for mainframe applications, ensuring timely resolution of incidents and service requests
• Use mainframe debugging tools (e.g., Fault Analyzer, File Manager) to troubleshoot and resolve issues
• Monitor application performance using tools like OMEGAMON and App Performance Analyzer (APA)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze the impact of software changes and recommend improvements
• Document technical designs, procedures, and support guides
• Participate in code reviews, performance tuning, and optimization efforts
• Support Azure Monitor configuration and alerting for hybrid environments (good to have)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with DB2 (good to have with knowledge on writing queries) and z/OS/z/VM operating systems

Benefits

• Remote/Hybrid workplace options
• Health Benefits
• Unlimited Flexible Time Off
• Family Planning Services
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Family Leave
• 401(k) Matching
• Pet Insurance
• In-person and Virtual Social Experiences
• Career Pathing
• Focus Time Fridays