Anchor Software LLC
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Anchor Software is a forward-thinking technology company specializing in enterprise-grade solutions and legacy system optimization. We help organizations maintain and modernize mission-critical mainframe environments while integrating with modern technologies. Our focus is on performance, reliability, and long-term scalability. Why Join Anchor Software? At Anchor Software, you’ll do more than maintain legacy systems—you’ll evolve them. We’re building a bridge between traditional mainframe reliability and modern software development, and this role is at the center of that transformation. This is a remote position.
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Lead Mainframe Developer
Anchor Software LLCAnchor Software is a forward-thinking technology company specializing in enterprise-grade solutions and legacy system optimization. We help organizations maintain and modernize mission-critical mainframe environments while integrating with modern technologies. Our focus is on performance, reliability, and long-term scalability. Why Join Anchor Software? At Anchor Software, you’ll do more than maintain legacy systems—you’ll evolve them. We’re building a bridge between traditional mainframe reliability and modern software development, and this role is at the center of that transformation. This is a remote position.
Role Description As a Lead Mainframe Developer, you will be responsible for the architecture, development, and optimization of IBM mainframe systems. You’ll play a key role in both maintaining legacy applications and driving modernization efforts, including integration with distributed systems and newer technologies. Key Responsibilities - Lead the design, development, and maintenance of mainframe applications. - Develop and support both batch and online systems (CICS environments). - Write, modify, and optimize JCL for batch processing and job scheduling. - Work with VSAM datasets and manage data access strategies. - Develop and maintain low-level system components using Assembler (HLASM). - Utilize IBM utilities for system operations, data management, and optimization. - Integrate mainframe systems with external applications using modern languages like C and C++. - Troubleshoot system issues, optimize performance, and ensure high availability. - Mentor developers and enforce coding standards and best practices. Qualifications - Advanced experience with CICS (Customer Information Control System). - TSO/ISPF. - JCL (Job Control Language). - VSAM. - Strong programming experience in Assembler / HLASM. - C and C++ (especially in mainframe or systems-level integrations). - Deep understanding of z/OS architecture and environments. - Experience with IBM utilities (DFSORT, IDCAMS, IEBCOPY, etc.). - Strong debugging, performance tuning, and system-level troubleshooting skills. - Proven leadership experience in a mainframe development environment. Nice-to-Have Skills - Experience with DB2, IMS, or other mainframe databases. - Familiarity with API enablement or mainframe modernization tools. - Exposure to hybrid architectures (mainframe + cloud/distributed systems). - Understanding of DevOps practices in legacy environments. Benefits - 401(k) - Competitive salary - Dental insurance - Health insurance - Paid time off - Vision insurance Company Description Anchor Software is a forward-thinking technology company specializing in enterprise-grade solutions and legacy system optimization. We help organizations maintain and modernize mission-critical mainframe environments while integrating with modern technologies. Our focus is on performance, reliability, and long-term scalability. Why Join Anchor Software? At Anchor Software, you’ll do more than maintain legacy systems—you’ll evolve them. We’re building a bridge between traditional mainframe reliability and modern software development, and this role is at the center of that transformation. This is a remote position.
