This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Application DevelopernnBCforward is currently seeking a highly motivatednnApplication DevelopernninnnNaperville, Chicago, IL.nnPosition Title:nnApplication DevelopernnLocation: Naperville, Chicago, IL-60563nnExpected Duration: 12 Months with Potential for ConversionnnJob Type: FULL TIME (>=40 HRS WEEKLY), (Contract), (Hybrid)nnPay Range:nn$40.00 - $45.00/hr.nnPlease note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).nnKey responsibilities:nnAs an Application Developer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and configuring applications to meet business process and application requirements.nExpected to perform independently and become an SME.nRequired active participation/contribution in team discussions.nContribute to providing solutions to work-related problems.nAdvanced proficiency in Cobol Mainframe is required.nAdvanced proficiency in IBM Db2 is recommended.nJob Control Language (JCL) at an advanced level of proficiency, Customer Information Control System (CICS) emulators at an advanced level of proficiency, Virtual Storage Access Method (VSAM) at an advanced level of proficiency, and SQL Databases at an advanced level of proficiency are suggested.nDevelop and implement efficient code solutions using Cobol Mainframe Collaborate with team members to optimize application performance Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to IBM Db2 integration Enhance existing applications by utilizing Job Control Language (JCL) effectively Contribute to the improvement of database management through SQL Databases Primary Skills include: - COBOL - DB2 - JCL - CICS - VSAM - IBM Tools - Strong knowledge in SQLnnMust-have" skills:nn1. COBOLnn2. JCLnn3. DB2nnNice-to-have" skills:nn1. Strong SQLnn2. CICSnn3 AssemblernnAbout BCforward:nnFounded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.nnBCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.nnBCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.nnTo learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum. As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward wi l only use this information to complete the recruitment process.nnThis posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.nnInterested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 233633 when responding to this ad.nnGet job alerts by email. Sign up now! Join Our Talent Network!nnSalary DetailsnnThis salary was provided in the Job Posting.nn$40-$45nnHourly SalarynnJob SnapshotnnEmployee TypennContractornnLocationnnNaperville, IL (Onsite)nnJob TypennInformation TechnologynnExperiencennNot Specified