MAINFRAME SOFTWARE JUNIOR DEVELOPER – ASSOCIATE

We’re looking for experienced and motivated Mainframe Software Junior Developers to join our growing team. If you’re passionate about mainframe technologies and want to contribute to large-scale, mission-critical systems, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. You’ll work in a collaborative environment that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Location: Melbourne, Canberra, or Brisbane
• Start Date: September 2025
• Working Rights: Given the secure nature of this role, we are seeking candidates who are Australian Citizens

BONUS SKILLS

• Experience with Micro Focus Enterprise Developer / Analyzer
• Exposure to Agile or DevOps practices
• Interest in modernizing legacy systems

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Security Clearance: Must be an Australian Citizen with active or eligible security clearance.
• Work Schedule: This is a managed services role, so flexibility is key. You may be required to work shifts, be on-call, and support after-hours deployments.
• Location Commitment: Must be willing to work onsite at the client’s office 4 days a week.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT

Due to the secure nature of this role, we are seeking Australian Citizens who either hold an active security clearance or are eligible to obtain one. This ensures all team members can handle sensitive information and uphold the highest standards of security.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, develop, test, and maintain COBOL-based applications in a z/OS environment
• Write and optimize complex SQL queries for DB2 for z/OS
• Integrate COBOL applications with DB2 databases and IBM MQ messaging systems
• Manage user access and system security using RACF
• Participate in code reviews, debugging, and performance tuning
• Collaborate with testers, analysts, and DevOps engineers
• Contribute to system documentation and knowledge sharing
• Support modernization efforts using Micro Focus tools

This role supports managed services, which means:

• You may work in rotating shifts to ensure continuous client support.
• You could be on-call to respond to incidents or assist with after-hours deployments.
• Flexibility and adaptability are key to maintaining seamless operations and client satisfaction