Lead Mainframe Software Engineer

FIS

Mainframe Software Engineer Lead responsible for developing applications throughout the software development life cycle. Collaborating with Agile teams and ensuring compliance with standards in fintech.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeColumbus • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coding, designing, and developing applications using Cobol, IMS, and DB2, while applying Agile Scrum methodology throughout the software development life cycle. Possesses strong analytical skills for modifying and developing complex code and documentation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cobol ProgrammingIMS DevelopmentDB2 Database ManagementAgile Scrum MethodologyApplication Development

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Hard Skills

CodingDesigningDevelopingAnalyzing DataUnit TestingFlowchartingDebuggingApplication DocumentationAPI IntegrationRelational Database Management

Tools & Technologies

IBM Rational Tools

Industry Keywords

Software Development Life CycleApplication Implementation PlansFlexible Development EnvironmentComplex Code Modification

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

NoSQLSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Works throughout the software development life cycle and performs in a utility capacity to create, design, code, debug, maintain, test, implement and validate applications with a broad understanding of a variety of languages and architectures.
Analyzes existing applications or formulate logic for new applications, procedures, flowcharting, coding and debugging programs.
Maintains and utilizes application and programming documents in the development of code.
Recommends changes in development, maintenance and system standards.
Creates appropriate deliverables and develops application implementation plans throughout the life cycle in a flexible development environment.
Participate in all phases of the software development life cycle utilizing Agile Scrum methodology in the creation of new software products.
Design, create, and deliver moderately complex program specifications for code development and support on multiple projects/issues with a wide understanding of the application / database to better align interactions and technologies.
Provide broad and in-depth knowledge of analysis, modification, and development of complex code/unit testing in order to develop concise application documentation.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business / Management Information Systems or related field
Typically minimum of 6+ years - Professional Experience In Coding, Designing, Developing And Analyzing Data.
Typically has an advanced knowledge and use of two or more opposing front / back end languages / technologies from the following but not limited to; two or more modern programming languages used in the enterprise, experience working with various APIs, external Services, experience with both relational and NoSQL Databases
Cobol, IMS, & DB2 (Required)
Preferred Qualifications BS in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business / Management Information Systems or related field 6-8+ years professional Experience In Coding, Designing, Developing And Analyzing Data and experience with IBM Rational Tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

A voice in the future of fintech
Always-on learning and development
Collaborative work environment
Opportunities to give back