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About the job Mainframe Engineer

Mainframe Engineer Hybrid (Riverdale Park, MD)
Employer: Mfinite Consulting (Client: Private)
Location: Riverdale, MD (Hybrid 2 days/week on-site)
Type: Full-Time Contract 

About Us
Mfinite Consulting is a certified, award-winning professional services firm specializing in management consulting, IT support, and staffing solutions. We pride ourselves on attracting top-tier talent to deliver exceptional results for our clients across diverse industries.

Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled Mainframe Engineer with a strong background in COBOL, CICS, TSO, and JCL to join our team in support of a public sector client. This role is a hybrid position requiring a minimum of two days per week on-site in Riverdale, MD.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing mainframe applications, as well as troubleshooting and optimizing code to ensure efficient operations. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, reliable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL and CICS.

  • Write and manage JCL for batch job processing.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve application issues, ensuring minimal downtime.

  • Optimize code for performance and reliability.

  • Collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders to meet project goals.

  • Perform additional duties as needed within the project scope.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with COBOL, CICS, TSO, and JCL.

  • Strong programming and debugging skills.

  • Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities.

  • Ability to work on-site in Riverdale Park, MD at least 2 days per week.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with CA-IDEAL and CA Datacomm.

  • Background in higher education or government environments.

Contract Details

  • Length: 1-year contract, renewable annually for up to 3 years.

  • Hours: 40 hours per week.

  • Work Arrangement: Hybrid (on-site 2 days/week, remote otherwise).

Why Join Mfinite Consulting?

  • Opportunity to work with a reputable private client.

  • Supportive, collaborative, and inclusive workplace culture.

  • Competitive pay and long-term project potential.

How to Apply
Please submit your application directly through our designated job boards or ATS. We do not accept resumes via email.

Important Notice:
Mfinite Consulting hires directly and does not accept applications, resumes, or candidate submissions from third-party vendors, staffing agencies, or independent recruiters. Any unsolicited submissions will be disregarded.


Package Details

Compensation & Benefits Package

  • Salary Range: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

  • Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract (1-year term with potential renewal up to 3 years)

  • Work Arrangement: Hybrid – minimum 2 days/week on-site in Riverdale, MD

  • Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday

Benefits Include:

  • Comprehensive Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Holidays

  • Retirement Plan with Company Contribution

  • Life Insurance
  • Access to Mfinite Consulting’s career advancement network and long-term project opportunities