Software / Platform Engineer I

Role Overview

The candidate should have strong hands-on experience in Mainframe development. With minimal guidance, they should be capable of designing and implementing complex solutions independently. Additionally, they should demonstrate the ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and evolve technological changes within an Agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Strong application development experience in design, coding, testing, and debugging using Mainframe technologies, including COBOL, DB2, VSAM, JCL, CICS, FileAid, Changeman, and AbendAid.
• Write high quality code, conduct peer code reviews, and perform comprehensive testing to ensure reliable and maintainable software deliverables.
• Demonstrate strong analytical, problem solving, and coding skills.
• Plan and execute multiple forms of testing, including unit, system, integration, regression, performance, and volume testing.
• Manage all aspects of implementation planning and coordination across development and deployment phases.
• Perform database and disaster recovery planning for multiple systems, ensuring business continuity and data integrity.
• Facilitate complex technical discussions and group meetings, including collaboration with business partners.
• Exhibit a high degree of professionalism, enthusiasm, initiative, and autonomy.
• Demonstrate strong ownership, leadership, and drive by contributing innovative and effective technical solutions.
• Mentor and guide peers, fostering knowledge sharing and continuous team improvement.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in MAINFRAME, COBOL, JCL, CICS, SAS, REXX, DB2, and VSAM.
• Experience with API development and GITHUB.
• Knowledge of OS390, Z/OS, and Windows environments.
• Familiarity with Cloud and Jenkins.
• Experience working within Agile (Scrum) processes.

Skills

• COBOL
• JCL
• DB2
• CICS
• Mainframe

About MetLife

MetLife is one of the world’s leading financial services companies, providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management. Through our New Frontier strategy, we are building an AI-enabled, people-centered future.