Mainframe Developer IMS DB / IMS DC

Job Title: Mainframe Developer IMS DB / IMS DC

Location: Peoria, IL (Remote/Onsite both opportunity)

Employment Type: Contract

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer with strong expertise in IMS DB and working knowledge of IMS DC to support enterprise-level mainframe applications and systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in COBOL development, database management, and batch/online processing within large-scale enterprise environments.

Candidates with prior Caterpillar experience or local to Illinois are highly preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong experience with IMS DB (Mandatory)
• Experience with Mainframe technologies including:
  • COBOL
  • JCL
  • CICS
  • DB2
  • z/OS
• Ability to support and enhance legacy mainframe applications
• Experience with batch processing and troubleshooting production issues
• Strong analytical and debugging skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience with IMS DC
• Previous experience working with Caterpillar environments
• Local candidates from Illinois preferred
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance mainframe applications
• Work with IMS DB databases and support transaction processing systems
• Analyze business requirements and provide technical solutions
• Troubleshoot production issues and perform root cause analysis
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for application support and enhancements
• Participate in testing, deployment, and documentation activities