Job Summary:
We are seeking a Senior Developer (L3, 6-9 years) with expertise in Mainframe Cobol, CICS, and JCL to support the Cards API & Digital Interfaces team. The role focuses on developing and maintaining Mainframe-based API integrations for CardLink / Vision Plus, handling VSAM datasets, and working with CICS, MQ, and Control-M scheduling tools. The ideal candidate should have experience with JSON, HTML, and API-based interactions for seamless digital payments and card services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain Mainframe-based APIs for CardLink / Vision Plus using Cobol, CICS, and JCL.
- Work with VSAM datasets for card transaction processing.
- Ensure seamless integration of APIs, leveraging IBM MQ for messaging and communication.
- Manage job scheduling and automation using Control-M.
- Collaborate with digital banking and API teams to enable smooth interfacing between mainframe and modern payment platforms.
- Analyze and troubleshoot issues in CICS transactions and API calls.
Must-Have Skills:
- Advanced expertise in CICS, including transaction processing and debugging.
- 6-9 years of experience in Mainframe development within the Cards domain.
- Strong proficiency in Cobol, JCL, and VSAM for Mainframe ZOS.
- Experience with API integrations and IBM MQ for message queuing.
- Familiarity with JSON, HTML, and modern digital banking interfaces.
- Knowledge of Control-M for job scheduling and workflow automation.
- Strong problem-solving skills with high integrity in work.
Good-to-Have Skills:
- Experience in Vision Plus / CardLink systems for card processing.
- Understanding of RESTful APIs and digital payments architecture