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Senior Software Engineer - Mainframe

Ensono
Location
Remote - United States
Posted
18 days ago
Department
E2520 MF Application Managed Services
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 8+ years of specialized technical experience in mainframe application development, support, and maintenance
  • Proficiency in mainframe technologies such as COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, and VSAM
  • Experience with enterprise-level ticketing systems and operational workflows
  • Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
What the job really is

The Senior Software Engineer - Mainframe role involves supporting, maintaining, and enhancing mainframe applications using technologies like COBOL, CICS, JCL, DB2, and VSAM. The candidate will act as a technical lead, guiding junior team members while handling incidents, service requests, and change requests in both waterfall and agile methodologies. Responsibilities also include troubleshooting complex applications, optimizing performance, and developing technical documentation.

Benefits
  • Unlimited Paid Days Off
  • Three health plan options
  • 401k with company match
  • Eligibility for dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life and AD&D coverage, and flexible spending accounts
  • Family Forming Benefit including fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy reimbursement
  • Paid childbearing and paternal leave
Things to weigh
  • Role is focused on legacy mainframe technologies which may limit exposure to modern tech stacks
  • Remote work is encouraged but may depend on client requirements
  • Salary range provided is broad and may vary based on multiple factors
Job score3.2/5
Benefits5/5
Freshness4/5
Career value3/5
Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency0/5

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