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Intermediate Application Developer - Mainframe

World's largest package delivery service operating in more than 220 countries with over 500,000 employees, providing transportation and logistics solutions.
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Logistics

Description For Intermediate Application Developer - Mainframe

UPS, a global leader in package delivery and logistics, is seeking an Intermediate Application Developer specializing in Mainframe development. This role is crucial for maintaining and enhancing the company's core systems that power their worldwide logistics operations.

The position offers an opportunity to work with one of the Fortune Global 500 organizations, contributing to systems that handle millions of package deliveries daily. As an Intermediate Application Developer, you'll be responsible for the full systems life cycle management, from analysis and design to implementation and maintenance of critical mainframe applications.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of hands-on mainframe development experience, with strong expertise in COBOL, DB2, and JCL. You'll work in an Agile environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions that support UPS's global operations. The role requires a unique blend of traditional mainframe knowledge and modern development practices, including experience with AzureDevOps and version control systems.

UPS offers a rewarding culture focused on innovation and professional growth. Founded in 1907, the company has a rich history of technological advancement and continues to invest in modern solutions while maintaining critical mainframe systems. This role provides an excellent opportunity to work with both legacy and modern systems, making a direct impact on one of the world's largest logistics networks.

The position is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, where you'll join a team of talented developers working on mission-critical applications. UPS's commitment to moving the world forward through reliable package delivery services makes this an exciting opportunity for a mainframe developer looking to contribute to systems that literally keep global commerce moving.

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Responsibilities For Intermediate Application Developer - Mainframe

  • Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
  • Design, develop, test, and maintain applications using COBOL, VSAM, DB2, CICS, SAS, JCL
  • Participate in the complete Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders and project managers in an Agile environment
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues in production environments
  • Maintain and enhance existing applications
  • Develop and execute unit tests
  • Ensure high quality of code and contribute to development process improvement

Requirements For Intermediate Application Developer - Mainframe

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in Mainframe application development
  • Strong proficiency in COBOL programming and related tools
  • Solid experience with DB2 (database design, queries, and optimization)
  • Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with JCL
  • In-depth understanding of SDLC and Agile methodologies
  • Knowledge of AzureDevOps
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of Linux Shell Scripting and Linux Admin
  • Knowledge of ORACLE PLSQL

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