We are seeking a candidate with overall 4 to 7 years' experience as a Mainframe Developer with strong exposure to the Life Insurance domain to support, enhance, and maintain complex mainframe-based insurance applications. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in COBOL, VSAM, JCL, IDMS, and integration experience using TIBCO ObjectStar, with a solid understanding of end-to-end life insurance business processes.
ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities
Application Development & Maintenance
Design, develop, enhance, and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL (Batch & Online)
Write, modify, and optimize JCL for batch processing, scheduling, and production support
Develop and maintain programs interacting with VSAM datasets (KSDS, ESDS, RRDS)
Support and enhance applications using IDMS database structures and schemas
Perform impact analysis for business requirements and system changes
Life Insurance Domain Support
Work on life insurance functions such as:
Policy administration
New business processing
Underwriting support
Premium billing and collections
Policy servicing (endorsements, reinstatements, lapses)
Claims processing and payouts
Translate life insurance business requirements into technical solutions
Ensure regulatory compliance and data accuracy in insurance transactions
Integration & Middleware
Develop and support integrations between mainframe systems and distributed platforms using TIBCO ObjectStar
Handle real-time and batch data exchanges with external and internal systems
Troubleshoot integration issues related to message transformation, routing, and error handling
Production Support & Quality
Provide L2/L3 production support, including batch failure analysis and resolution
Perform root-cause analysis and preventive fixes
Conduct unit testing, system testing, and support UAT
Ensure adherence to SLAs, coding standards, and audit requirements
Collaboration & Documentation
Collaborate with business analysts, testing teams, and infrastructure teams
Prepare and maintain technical documentation, program specifications, and operational run books
Participate in code reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions
Required Technical Skills
Mainframe Technologies
COBOL (Batch & Online)
JCL
VSAM
IDMS (database design, schema, subschema, and DML)
Integration
TIBCO ObjectStar (message mapping, transformation, integration flows)
Tools & Environments
IBM Mainframe (z/OS) environment
Job scheduling and batch monitoring tools
Debugging and performance tuning tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills for business and technical stakeholders
- Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality
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We believe the best work happens when individuality is celebrated, growth is encouraged, and well-being is prioritized. We are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veteran status.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting is highlighted, with broad fund options available.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Work-life balance, remote/hybrid flexibility, and supportive teams are emphasized as strengths that enhance the overall experience.
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Parental & Family Support — Inclusive policies such as parental leave and access to EAP and dependent medical coverage are promoted across regions.
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Zensar is a leading experience, engineering, and technology solutions company. We conceptualize, build, and manage digital products for Forbes Global 2000 clients across the hi-tech engineering, banking and financial services, insurance, manufacturing and consumer services verticals. With proven excellence across five core areas, including experience services, advanced engineering services, data engineering and analytics, foundation services, and application services, our solutions leverage industry-leading platforms to help our clients be competitive, agile, and disruptive while moving with velocity through change and opportunity. Zensar’s expansive ecosystem of 60+ technology partners, including Oracle, Salesforce, SAP, Guidewire, Automation Anywhere, Adobe, and UiPath, enables us to deliver comprehensive solutions to clients, facilitating seamless integration and allowing them to leverage cutting-edge technologies and tools for enhanced business outcomes. Zensar is part of the USD 4.4 billion RPG Group. With headquarters in Pune, India, our 10,500+ employees, representing over 50 nationalities, work from 30+ locations across North America, UK/Europe, and South Africa. Visit us at www.zensar.com
