Lead Mainframe Engineer

Are you looking to thrive in a stimulating work environment? Join the leader in digital transformation and boost your career at Levio. We offer you a unique opportunity to develop your expertise within a high-caliber team. The variety of challenges presented by our clients will give you the opportunity to excel and keep your expertise at its peak. Experience the daily life of our clients and be a significant player in the most ambitious projects in technology and software solutions.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Mainframe Engineer to join our team.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, test, and support real-time IMS/DC applications using COBOL with a focus on performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Maintain and optimize large-scale IMS DB v14.1 environments (17,000+ segments).
• Work with DB2 v12, managing large data volumes across 800+ tables.
• Develop and maintain programs using Assembler, Rexx/Clist, DYL280, and C in a mainframe environment.
• Handle data processing using VSAM, GDGs, and Flat files.
• Utilize mainframe tools and utilities from IBM, CA, and AG (e.g., File-AID, Abend-AID, Endevor).
• Integrate system interfaces including VTAM, MQ Series, FTP/SFTP/FTPS, and email-based communication systems.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional agile teams using tools like JIRA.
• Engage with business and technical stakeholders, including client-facing interactions.
• Apply structured development practices and adhere to SDLC and change control standards.
• Leverage experience in the insurance industry (policy, claims, billing) to align technical solutions with business needs.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar mainframe engineering role, with a strong focus on IMS/DC transaction processing and enterprise-scale applications.
• Very high proficiency in COBOL for IMS/DC online transaction processing.
• Proven expertise in IMS DB and DB2.
• Solid experience in mainframe programming languages and utilities.
• Familiarity with insurance applications and business processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  

SOCIAL BENEFITS:

Levio offers several benefits to provide the greatest possible flexibility to its employees! In addition to offering a stimulating and dynamic work environment, we offer, among other things:

• 4 weeks of cumulative vacation from the start of employment
• Flexible hours
• Professional development allowance (PDA) for training, computer equipment, and physical activities
• Training tailored to your areas of expertise
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with employer contribution up to a maximum of 3% of your gross salary.
• Modular group insurance
• Public transportation or parking reimbursement when required
• Referral bonuses for new candidates
• 11 statutory holidays
• Personal days
• Active social life (5 to 7, social club, healthy snacks and coffee, etc.)
  
  

Position Status: Full-time, permanent

Levio subscribes to the principle of employment equity and applies an equal access employment program for women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities. Levio values diversity and inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible, and rewarding work environment that highlights the unique contribution of our employees to the success of our company. As an employer committed to respecting employment equity, we encourage applications from diverse candidates. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.