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Mainframe Developer

ExperiencedNo visa sponsorship
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at Citi

Bulge Bracket Investment Banks

Posted 9 days ago

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**Mainframe Developer**: Design, develop, and maintain critical applications on mainframe systems using COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS. Responsibilities span application development, system maintenance, performance tuning, testing, documentation, collaboration, and problem resolution. Seek 2.5-4 years experienced candidate with strong COBOL skills and hands-on experience with JCL, DB2, CICS, VSAM, TSO/ISPF, and mainframe utilities.

Compensation
Not specified

Currency: Not specified

City
Chennai
Country
India

Full Job Description

Mainframe Developer

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Job Req Id:

26961093

Location(s):

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job Type:

Hybrid

Posted:

Juni. 03, 2026

Discover your future at Citi

Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, youll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.

Job Overview

Role Summary

We are seeking a talented and motivated Mainframe Developer with 2.5 to 4 years of professional experience to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining critical applications on our mainframe systems. This role requires a strong understanding of mainframe technologies, programming languages, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, efficient solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Application Development: Design, code, and implement new applications or enhancements to existing mainframe systems using COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS.
  • System Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance, debugging, and troubleshooting of mainframe applications to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
  • Performance Tuning: Optimize mainframe applications for performance, efficiency, and scalability.
  • Testing: Develop and execute unit, integration, and system tests to validate application functionality and data integrity.
  • Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications, program flows, and operational procedures.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with business analysts, project managers, and other developers to understand requirements, define solutions, and resolve technical issues.
  • Problem Resolution: Diagnose and resolve production incidents and problems in a timely manner.
  • Code Review: Participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and system architecture.

Required Skills

  • 3+ Years of total experience
  • Programming Languages: Strong proficiency in COBOL.
  • Mainframe Technologies: In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with:
    • Job Control Language (JCL)
    • DB2 (Database 2)
    • CICS (Customer Information Control System)
    • VSAM (Virtual Storage Access Method)
    • TSO/ISPF (Time Sharing Option/Interactive System Productivity Facility)
  • Tools: Experience with mainframe utilities, debugging tools, and version control systems (e.g., Endevor, Changeman).
  • Operating Systems: Familiarity with z/OS.
  • Analytical Skills: Excellent problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
  • Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly.
  • Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

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Job Family Group:

Technology

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Job Family:

Applications Development

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Time Type:

Full time

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi (opens in new window).

View Citis EEO Policy Statement (opens in new window) and the Know Your Rights (opens in new window) poster.

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Mainframe Developer

Compensation

Not specified

City: Chennai

Country: India

Citi logo
Bulge Bracket Investment Banks

9 days ago

No clicks

at Citi

ExperiencedNo visa sponsorship

**Mainframe Developer**: Design, develop, and maintain critical applications on mainframe systems using COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS. Responsibilities span application development, system maintenance, performance tuning, testing, documentation, collaboration, and problem resolution. Seek 2.5-4 years experienced candidate with strong COBOL skills and hands-on experience with JCL, DB2, CICS, VSAM, TSO/ISPF, and mainframe utilities.

Full Job Description

Mainframe Developer

Apply (opens in new window)
Save

Job Req Id:

26961093

Location(s):

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job Type:

Hybrid

Posted:

Juni. 03, 2026

Discover your future at Citi

Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, youll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.

Job Overview

Role Summary

We are seeking a talented and motivated Mainframe Developer with 2.5 to 4 years of professional experience to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining critical applications on our mainframe systems. This role requires a strong understanding of mainframe technologies, programming languages, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, efficient solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Application Development: Design, code, and implement new applications or enhancements to existing mainframe systems using COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS.
  • System Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance, debugging, and troubleshooting of mainframe applications to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
  • Performance Tuning: Optimize mainframe applications for performance, efficiency, and scalability.
  • Testing: Develop and execute unit, integration, and system tests to validate application functionality and data integrity.
  • Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications, program flows, and operational procedures.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with business analysts, project managers, and other developers to understand requirements, define solutions, and resolve technical issues.
  • Problem Resolution: Diagnose and resolve production incidents and problems in a timely manner.
  • Code Review: Participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and system architecture.

Required Skills

  • 3+ Years of total experience
  • Programming Languages: Strong proficiency in COBOL.
  • Mainframe Technologies: In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with:
    • Job Control Language (JCL)
    • DB2 (Database 2)
    • CICS (Customer Information Control System)
    • VSAM (Virtual Storage Access Method)
    • TSO/ISPF (Time Sharing Option/Interactive System Productivity Facility)
  • Tools: Experience with mainframe utilities, debugging tools, and version control systems (e.g., Endevor, Changeman).
  • Operating Systems: Familiarity with z/OS.
  • Analytical Skills: Excellent problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
  • Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly.
  • Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

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Job Family Group:

Technology

------------------------------------------------------

Job Family:

Applications Development

------------------------------------------------------

Time Type:

Full time

------------------------------------------------------

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

------------------------------------------------------

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

------------------------------------------------------

Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi (opens in new window).

View Citis EEO Policy Statement (opens in new window) and the Know Your Rights (opens in new window) poster.

Apply (opens in new window)
Save