• Looking for a Mainframe developer with current hands-on experience in COBOL, DB2, JCL, VSAM & CICS
• Develop programs
• Edit/maintain existing programs
• Perform end-to-end programming tasks (essentially, a hands-on programmer)

• COBOL
• JCL
• Strong programming/coding background (coding is mandatory)

• Knowledge of the ACS application

• MAINFRAME: COBOL, JCL, VSAM, DB2, CICS
• File Aid, Panvalet, CA7
• Xpediter

• Provides designs and specifies information systems solutions to solve basic to complex problems or enhancements.
• Evaluates client requirements and processes, develops and prepares application environments that may involve diverse development platforms, software, hardware, technologies, and tools. Completes day-to-day support activities and special projects.

• Complete basic to complex systems analysis, design, and development. Play a key role as an individual contributor on complex projects. Assist the client in addressing daily problems/issues of any scope.
• Determine feasible solutions and make recommendations.
• Direct less experienced resources and coordinate systems development tasks on small to medium scope efforts or on specific phases of larger projects. May project manage small to medium scope efforts.
• Participate with other Development, operations, and Technology staff, as appropriate, in overall systems and integrated testing on small to medium scope efforts or on specific phases of larger projects. Prepare test data and execute detailed test plans. Complete any required debugging.
• Evaluate and understand complex interrelationships and effects among programs and interfacing applications.
• Use available resources to develop clear and complete technical and functional specifications for small to medium scope efforts. Review documentation prepared by less experienced staff. Update systems documentation. Prepare charts, tables, and diagrams to assist in analyzing problems. May assist in the supervision and preparation of logic flowcharts.
• Prepare assessments and task plans to include required tasks, estimated time frames, and effort for assignments.
• Recommend new technology, policies, or processes to benefit the organization and improve deficiencies.
• Provide consultation services to clients, technicians, and Bank departments on basic to intricate functions of supported applications, which may include the review of system capabilities, operational procedures, forms, marketing materials, and/or cost analysis.
• Follow and promote the use of development standards and procedures.
• Maintain a very good working knowledge of the supporting application(s), development environments, and the supported client environment.
• Understand and adhere to the Company's risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with the Company's Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
• Promote an environment that supports diversity and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
• Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points, together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
• Complete other related duties as required, which may include participating in due diligence, cost/benefit analysis, vendor analysis, or business study activities.

• The position works under the supervision of the Technology Team Lead and may receive general direction from a more experienced team member.
• The job holder is competent to work independently on most high-level systems analysis and technical phases of development and is expected to understand the business supported and its terminology.
• The position is capable of managing the activities of others on a project basis for small to medium scope efforts and may lead project activities.
• The job holder may assist or help train less experienced staff. The job holder interacts with other technology personnel, clients, and occasionally vendors.

• Minimum of an Associate's degree and 4 years systems analysis/application development experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 6 years higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 4 years systems analysis/application development experience.
• Familiar with application development software and hardware problems.
• Proficiency with personal computers as well as pertinent project management, word processing, and spreadsheet software.
• Capable of working on multiple projects of a moderately complex to complex nature.
• Strong problem-solving skills to assist in issue resolution.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with prior experience presenting to the target audience.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Strong lateral thinking skills.
• Experience coordinating between Applications and business units.
• Experience recommending and implementing systems solutions.
• Experience driving project milestones and delivery dates.

• Good understanding of the Bank's application framework.
• Subject matter expert in business with knowledge or experience utilizing the application/system being supported.
• Proven understanding of applications supported with a sound knowledge of interfacing/integrated applications.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as autonomously.
• Ability to multitask for various components of moderately complex to complex projects.
• Action-oriented.
• Pro-active.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually – as applicable.