Sr. Mainframe Developer

About the role

As a Senior Mainframe Developer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and maintaining robust mainframe applications that support critical business operations. You will be a valued member of the Technology & Engineering team and work collaboratively with offshore developers, business analysts, and project stakeholders.

In this role, you will:

• Analyze and interpret business requirements to design scalable mainframe solutions.
• Develop and maintain applications using COBOL, VSAM, DB2, CICS, and JCL.
• Create and integrate new zOS-based APIs to enhance system functionality.
• Collaborate with offshore teams to ensure timely and quality delivery of development tasks.

Work model: Remote

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States . Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through 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.

Work Authorization: Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

What you need to have to be considered:

• 6–10 years of hands‑on experience in IBM Mainframe development.
• Strong proficiency in COBOL, JCL, VSAM, DB2, and CICS.
• Experience working in zOS environments and developing APIs.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with offshore teams.
• Proven track record of supporting testing and production implementation phases.

These will help you stand out:

• Experience in financial services or banking environments.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies in mainframe environments.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Salary and other compensation

Applications will be accepted until October 30th, 2025.

The annual salary for this position is between $60,000 – $93,500 , 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, 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.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

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.