Cobol Mainframe Programmer

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  • Location:

    Nashville

  • Job type:

    Contract

  • Job ref:

    896255

  • Published:

    11 months ago

  • Expiry date:

    11/26/2023

  • Startdate:

    ASAP

Job Description:

Job Title - Database Analyst/Programmer 3

Job Location - TN-Nashville (Hybrid 2 day onsite /Week)
Job Duration - 12 Months

Position's Contributions to Work Group:

  • Create various report on multiple platforms, Power BI, Excel, SAS programs and SQL queries.
  • Manage requests for new project offerings.
  • Manage requests for data research and issue resolution.
  • Organize and provide analysis of errors to identify their root causes and determine viable solutions.
  • Manage tools/framework for profile setups for dealers, maintenance and trouble shooting.
  • Work with other departments to define data requirements for projects in progress.
  • Develops and maintains training materials, technical documentation, standards, and procedures.
  • Participates in performing system testing of enhancements and user acceptance testing.
  • Manage coverage changes with the IT department.
  • Work closely with other team members to achieve department goals.
  • Understands the Harassment policy of the company and for its application in all aspects of employment.
  • Understands the company goals and ethics.

Main Skills required:

  • Experience with Mainframe Environment.
  • Experience with SQL and COBOL programming.

Typical task breakdown:

  • Create various report on multiple platforms, Power BI, Excel, SAS programs and SQL queries.
  • Manage requests for new project offerings.
  • Manage requests for data research and issue resolution.

Interaction with team:

  • Team is very close knit and all work to achieve a common goal.

Education & Experience Required:

  • A 4-year college or university degree in any discipline or a minimum of 5 years exempt experience in information services, programming, and data research.

Technical Skills

(Required)

  • Computer Mainframe knowledge and SAS programming skills.
  • Other mainframe programming languages are acceptable.
  • Demonstrates basic SQL queries skills.

Soft Skills

(Required)

  • Knowledge of Microsoft applications, specifically Excel, Word, Teams, and SharePoint.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft operations systems.
  • Ability to train and advise employees on the processes and procedures of the business area.
  • Ability to identify systems' deficiencies and recommend new processes to correct the deficiencies.
  • Knowledge of documentation and flowcharting techniques.
  • Ability to perform acceptance testing and ensure business technology supports the business objectives.
  • Ability to work within a team environment.
  • Demonstrates organization skills and ability to follow directions and procedures.
  • Demonstrates Intellectual curiosity.

Interview Process

  • STAR methodology.
  • Group interviews with 3 managers.

Disqualifiers/Red Flags:

No mainframe or SQL experience.

Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.

Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

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