{"id":3958652,"url":"https://alion.io/job/persistent-systems-mainframe-developer-2","title":"Mainframe Developer","company":{"id":59479,"name":"Persistent Systems","domain":"persistent.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/persistent-systems","size_band":null,"is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"services","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Zwayam","truth_index":{"grade":"A","score":88,"open_postings":131,"ghost_share":0.031,"stale_share":0.328,"repost_share":0.107,"time_to_fill_p50_days":43,"computed_at":"2026-11-09T06:03:00Z"}},"role":"Enterprise Apps","role_family":"Enterprise Apps","seniority":"senior","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"hybrid","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Bengaluru, India"],"countries":["IN"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Agile","optional":false},{"name":"CICS","optional":false},{"name":"COBOL","optional":false},{"name":"Db2","optional":false},{"name":"Java","optional":false},{"name":"JCL","optional":false},{"name":"Scrum","optional":false},{"name":"VSAM","optional":false},{"name":"Windows","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-06T11:38:55Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-09","last_verified_at":"2026-11-09T10:16:14Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":3,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":3},"description":"About Persistent\nWe are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what's next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 18 of the Fortune 50 companies, 7 of the 10 top US banks, 9 of the 10 technology companies, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.\nOur disruptor's mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We have delivered 26 sequential quarters of growth with $487.6M in Q4 FY26 revenue, up 7.8% Q-o-Q and 20.0% Y-o-Y. Our 29,500+ global team members, located in 21 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We received five awards at the ISG (Information Services Group) Provider Lens Awards 2026 and, for the second year in a row, were awarded the Growth Honor of the Year at the Everest Group Elevate 2026.\nAbout Position:\nWe are seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer with 5 to 8 years of experience in Mainframe application development, maintenance, enhancement, and production support. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS, and VSAM, along with working knowledge of Java. You will be responsible for developing and supporting mission-critical enterprise applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to deliver reliable, scalable, and high-quality solutions.\nRole: Mainframe Developer\nLocation: Bengaluru\nExperience: 5 to 8 Years\nJob Type: Full-Time Employment\nWhat You'll Do:\nDevelop, enhance, maintain, and support enterprise Mainframe applications.\nDesign, code, test, and deploy application enhancements using Mainframe technologies and Java.\nAnalyze business and functional requirements and translate them into technical solutions.\nPerform coding, unit testing, debugging, and application validation activities.\nTroubleshoot and resolve Mainframe batch processing issues and application defects.\nDevelop and maintain programs using COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS, and VSAM.\nProvide production support and participate in incident resolution activities.\nPerform root cause analysis and implement long-term fixes for recurring application issues.\nParticipate in code reviews and ensure adherence to development standards and best practices.\nCollaborate with business analysts, QA teams, support teams, and stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle.\nParticipate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.\nPrepare and maintain technical specifications, support documentation, and operational procedures.\nSupport application modernization initiatives involving Java and related technologies where applicable.\nEnsure system reliability, performance, and compliance with organizational standards.\nExpertise You'll Bring:\n5 to 8 years of hands-on experience in Mainframe application development and support.\nStrong technical expertise in COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS, and VSAM.\nExperience in Mainframe batch processing, online transaction processing, and production support environments.\nWorking knowledge of Java application development and integration.\nStrong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies and best practices.\nExperience analyzing requirements, creating technical designs, and implementing solutions.\nAbility to troubleshoot complex Mainframe application and batch processing issues.\nExperience with application maintenance, enhancement, defect resolution, and support functions.\nFamiliarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and delivery practices.\nGood working knowledge of Windows operating systems and development environments.\nUnderstanding of source control, release management, and application deployment processes.\nStrong analytical, debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nAbility to work effectively with cross-functional business and technical teams.\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality software solutions.\nBenefits:\nCompetitive salary and benefits package\nCulture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications\nOpportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies\nEmployee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards\nAnnual health check-ups\nInsurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents\nValues-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:\nPersistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.\nWe support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.\nOur office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.\nIf you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment\nLet's unleash your full potential at Persistent -persistent.com/careers\n\"Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.\"","description_format":"text","description_chars":5839,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":5,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":null,"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Flexible schedule","Growth opportunities","Hybrid work","Insurance coverage"],"hiring_locations":[{"name":"India","iso":"IN","kind":"country"}],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["IT Consulting & Digital Transformation","IT Outsourcing & Dedicated Teams","Custom Software Development"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-11-09T10:16:14Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":86,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.86,"p_room":1,"age_days":3,"expected_fill_days":43,"reasons":["conf:1","win:early","comp:brand"],"computed_at":"2026-11-09T11:41:45Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/persistent-systems-mainframe-developer-2","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/persistent-systems-mainframe-developer-2.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-11-09T11:41:45Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":13824,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-11-10T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.1,"usd":0.01,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":59479},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=59479"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fpersistent-systems-mainframe-developer-2"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":2,"usd":0.2},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Fpersistent-systems-mainframe-developer-2"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.1,"usd":0.01},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Fpersistent-systems-mainframe-developer-2"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/persistent-systems-mainframe-developer-2\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fpersistent-systems-mainframe-developer-2"}],"agent":{"mcp":"https://alion.io/mcp/jobs","mcp_open":"https://alion.io/mcp/open","next":[{"tool":"get_job","arguments":{"id":3958652}},{"tool":"search_jobs","arguments":{"company":"persistent.com","detail":"compact"}},{"tool":"match_people","arguments":{"job_id":3958652},"note":"people open to offers who fit this vacancy"}],"note":"The same data through MCP tools: https://alion.io/mcp/open needs no sign-in (compact searches, postings, people); https://alion.io/mcp with an Alion account has everything. Docs: https://alion.io/developers"}}