Join to apply for the Software Engineer III - Mainframe role at Jobs via Dice . 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants. Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Kforce Technology Staffing, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today! RESPONSIBILITIES: Kforce has a client in Birmingham, AL, that is seeking a Software Engineer III - Mainframe. Work is fully remote, but candidates must be available during Central or Eastern Time business hours. About the Role: Our client's Treasury Management Technology group is undertaking a critical modernization initiative, migrating a legacy account analysis and billing application from an on-premise mainframe platform to a vendor-hosted solution. As a Mainframe Software Engineer III, you will lead the effort to research existing systems, extract essential data, and create the COBOL/JCL jobs necessary to support a successful data migration. This is a hands-on role requiring deep mainframe expertise, analytical ability to navigate undocumented systems, and the technical acumen to develop reliable extract processes from VSAM datasets. Key Responsibilities: Analyze and research legacy mainframe applications and data structures (primarily VSAM) Design, develop, and execute COBOL and JCL batch jobs to extract and prepare data for migration Collaborate with ETL and SQL Server development teams to normalize and transfer data into vendor-hosted applications Identify and fill gaps in documentation through independent investigation and validation Optimize batch processes and ensure compliance with regulatory and security standards Contribute to Agile Scrum ceremonies and provide updates on sprint progress Maintain clear, detailed documentation of all created jobs, logic, and data mappings REQUIREMENTS: 8+ years of experience in mainframe software development Strong expertise in COBOL, JCL, IBM z/OS, TSO/ISPF, and VSAM Experience creating extract jobs for data migration initiatives Demonstrated ability to reverse-engineer legacy systems with minimal documentation Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Ability to work independently with minimal guidance Effective verbal and written communication skills for remote collaboration Familiarity with Agile methodologies and participation in sprint-based delivery Preferred Skills: Experience with CICS, ISPW or Endevor for code management Exposure to DevOps principles in mainframe environments Familiarity with cross-functional data migration efforts (mainframe to SQL Server/ETL stack) Experience working in financial services or other regulated industries GitHub or other source control tools Project Context One-year engagement (extensions likely) Critical to the success of a broader modernization effort involving ETL, SQL Server (2022), SSIS, and C# scripting Partnering with multiple developers on a collaborative, fast-moving Agile team The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. 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