Application Architect - Mainframe IDMS COBOL (Markham)

Introduction A career in IBM Consulting is rooted by long-term relationships and close collaboration with clients across the globe. You’ll work with visionaries across multiple industries to improve the hybrid cloud and AI journey for the most creative and valuable companies in the world. Your ability to accelerate impact and make meaningful change for your clients is enabled by our strategic partner ecosystem and our robust technology platforms across the IBM portfolio Your role and responsibilities Software Engineer well versed in IDMS database operations, as well as IDMS Central Version system operations. Mainframe COBOL to assist with Modernization conversion projects, including problem determination and resolution based on IDMS DB/DC behaviors Responsibilities - Assist with Problem determination in application modernization issues in both the converted application COBOL code, and the internal COBOL framework emulating IDMS behaviors - Resolve issues and / or make recommendations on corrections needed - Document issues / resolution as required - Make modifications to internal COBOL framework as assigned Required education None Preferred education Bachelor’s Degree Required technical and professional expertise - Excellent understanding of IDMS application and Database usage including ADSO and at least 5 years of experience. - Excellent COBOL, COBOL/CICS programming and debugging skills and at least 5 years of experience. - Excellent documentation and communication skills. Preferred technical and professional experience - Understanding of other programming languages a plus - Familiarity with SQL and DB2 Database concepts a plus Other relevant job details - Must have the ability to work in Canada without sponsorship. - This role will involve working with technology that is covered by Export Regulations sanctions. If you are a Foreign National from any of the following US sanctioned countries (Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, and the Crimea, Luhansk, Donetsk, Kherson, and Zaporizhia regions of Ukraine) on a work permit, you are not eligible for employment in this position. IBM is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, or other characteristics protected by the applicable law. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2poex5