National General Insurance
(Mainframe) Software Engineer Senior Consultant II - National General
National General Insurance, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States,
Mainframe Software Engineer Senior Consultant II - National General in Work From Home at National General Insurance
National General is a part of The Allstate Corporation, which means we have the same innovative drive that keeps us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. We offer home, auto, accident, health insurance, as well as other specialty niche insurance products, through a large network of independent insurance agents, as well as directly to consumers.Job DescriptionThe Mainframe Software Engineer Senior Consultant develops, tests, implements, and maintains complex Mainframe application solutions using COBOL, IDMS, DB2, VSAM, JCL and/or other tools. This role is responsible for the development of new applications and providing production support of existing applications by working with onsite-offshore teams.Role Overview
Key Responsibilities:Application Development:
Develop, implement, and provide Post Production Validation support for newly developed code.Analyze complex mainframe programs to identify the required changes.Translate business requirements into technical specifications for mainframe applications.
Production Support:
Ensure the accuracy, reliability, and performance of the existing mainframe applications.Provide weekly and nightly on-call support once a month.Resolve mainframe job abends and ensure the completion of the batch cycle on time.
Collaboration and Communication:
Work with onsite-offshore teams and coordinate tasks with the offshore team.Work closely with business stakeholders, business/systems analysts, and IT teams to understand data needs and deliver effective mainframe solutions.Provide training and support to end-users on mainframe applications functionality.
Quality Assurance:
Conduct testing and validation of mainframe solutions to ensure the desired functionality works correctly.Troubleshoot and resolve data issues and discrepancies.
Continuous Improvement:
Stay updated with the latest mainframe technologies, tools, and best practices.Continuously seek opportunities to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of mainframe solutions.
Qualifications:Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.Experience:Minimum of 4 years of experience in developing/supporting mainframe applications.Proficiency in COBOL, DB2, VSAM, JCL.Minimum of 2 years IDMS database knowledge.At least one year experience in Lender Placed Insurance Tracking and services, associated processes, systems knowledge, and hands-on application development experience.Technical Skills:Strong understanding of mainframe design principles and production support concepts.Experience with mainframe batch and online programs (CICS programs).Soft Skills:Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong communication and collaboration abilities.Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.CompensationCompensation offered for this role is $85,600.00 - 130,300.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.At National General, great things happen when our people work together. That’s why when you join our team, we make sure it isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. With recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.Good Hands. Greater Together.National General Holdings Corp., a member of the Allstate family of companies, is headquartered in New York City. National General traces its roots to 1939, has a financial strength rating of A– (excellent) from A.M. Best, and provides personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, motorcycle, supplemental health, and other niche insurance products. We are a specialty personal lines insurance holding company.BenefitsNational General Holdings Corp. is an Equal Opportunity (EO) employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of any characteristic protected by law. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States, as it is not our practice to sponsor individuals for work visas. In the event you need assistance or accommodation in completing your online application, please contact NGIC main office by phone at (336) 435-2000.
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National General is a part of The Allstate Corporation, which means we have the same innovative drive that keeps us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. We offer home, auto, accident, health insurance, as well as other specialty niche insurance products, through a large network of independent insurance agents, as well as directly to consumers.Job DescriptionThe Mainframe Software Engineer Senior Consultant develops, tests, implements, and maintains complex Mainframe application solutions using COBOL, IDMS, DB2, VSAM, JCL and/or other tools. This role is responsible for the development of new applications and providing production support of existing applications by working with onsite-offshore teams.Role Overview
Key Responsibilities:Application Development:
Develop, implement, and provide Post Production Validation support for newly developed code.Analyze complex mainframe programs to identify the required changes.Translate business requirements into technical specifications for mainframe applications.
Production Support:
Ensure the accuracy, reliability, and performance of the existing mainframe applications.Provide weekly and nightly on-call support once a month.Resolve mainframe job abends and ensure the completion of the batch cycle on time.
Collaboration and Communication:
Work with onsite-offshore teams and coordinate tasks with the offshore team.Work closely with business stakeholders, business/systems analysts, and IT teams to understand data needs and deliver effective mainframe solutions.Provide training and support to end-users on mainframe applications functionality.
Quality Assurance:
Conduct testing and validation of mainframe solutions to ensure the desired functionality works correctly.Troubleshoot and resolve data issues and discrepancies.
Continuous Improvement:
Stay updated with the latest mainframe technologies, tools, and best practices.Continuously seek opportunities to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of mainframe solutions.
Qualifications:Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.Experience:Minimum of 4 years of experience in developing/supporting mainframe applications.Proficiency in COBOL, DB2, VSAM, JCL.Minimum of 2 years IDMS database knowledge.At least one year experience in Lender Placed Insurance Tracking and services, associated processes, systems knowledge, and hands-on application development experience.Technical Skills:Strong understanding of mainframe design principles and production support concepts.Experience with mainframe batch and online programs (CICS programs).Soft Skills:Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong communication and collaboration abilities.Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.CompensationCompensation offered for this role is $85,600.00 - 130,300.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.At National General, great things happen when our people work together. That’s why when you join our team, we make sure it isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. With recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.Good Hands. Greater Together.National General Holdings Corp., a member of the Allstate family of companies, is headquartered in New York City. National General traces its roots to 1939, has a financial strength rating of A– (excellent) from A.M. Best, and provides personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, motorcycle, supplemental health, and other niche insurance products. We are a specialty personal lines insurance holding company.BenefitsNational General Holdings Corp. is an Equal Opportunity (EO) employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of any characteristic protected by law. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States, as it is not our practice to sponsor individuals for work visas. In the event you need assistance or accommodation in completing your online application, please contact NGIC main office by phone at (336) 435-2000.
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