Mainframe Application Developer — Natural/Adabas

About This Role

This role is for an experienced Adabas/Natural software developer to support and enhance existing mainframe applications, involving analysis, development, troubleshooting, testing, and documentation. The ideal candidate will work independently and collaborate with technical teams and end-users to deliver solutions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, implement, and support existing mainframe applications
• Develop and enhance software using Natural and Adabas
• Revise/adapt existing code, troubleshoot defects, and resolve production issues
• Perform system testing and debugging; support UAT and fix issues identified during testing
• Work with technical teams and business/end users to understand issues and deliver solutions
• Participate in design reviews to ensure quality and alignment with functional/technical requirements
• Create and maintain documentation (technical documentation, end-user manuals, and status updates)
• Support system upgrades and improvements; evaluate tools/enhancements as needed

Requirements

• 5+ years Natural development (Software AG Natural)
• 5+ years Adabas development
• Mainframe tools and processes: TSO, JCL, FTP
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience preparing technical documentation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Natural development and 5+ years of Adabas development experience

Nice to Have

• COBOL
• SQL Server
• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Skills

* Required skills