Software Engineer III - Mainframe Application Developer, DB2, Cobol
JPMorganChase
We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for you to take your software engineering career to the next level.
As a Software Engineer III at JPMorganChase within the Corporate Sector, you serve as a seasoned member of an agile team to design and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. You are responsible for carrying out critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm’s business objectives.You will play a key role in supporting systems that house millions of Prime Brokerage and Wealth Management client account reference data. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with mainframe technologies and a strong understanding of distributed systems.
Job responsibilities
- Executes software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems
- Develop, enhance, and maintain mainframe applications to ensure high performance, reliability, and scalability.
- Utilize expertise in mainframe technologies such as Cobol, CICS, DB2, VSAM, MQ messaging, Stored procedures, DB2 Utilities, JCL, ChangeMan, NDM, and other file transfer mechanisms.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate distributed technologies and AI tools into mainframe systems, improving functionality and efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in mainframe technology and data management.
- Participate in system optimization, data integrity, and security initiatives.
- Monitor application performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure uninterrupted service.
- Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders regarding project progress, challenges, and solutions.
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Formal training or certification on Mainframe concepts and 3+ years applied experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- Extensive hands-on experience with mainframe technologies and tools, including Cobol, CICS, DB2, VSAM, MQ messaging, Stored procedures, DB2 Utilities, JCL, ChangeMan, NDM, and file transfer mechanisms.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Hands-on practical experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
Experience with distributed technologies and AI tools is highly desirable.
Advanced degree in a Computer Science related field preferred
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
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JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we’re setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.
Design and deliver market-leading technology products in a secure and scalable way as a seasoned member of an agile team