Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field., 7+ years of software development experience, with proven mainframe application expertise., Experience leading technology teams or development PODs., Knowledge of SDLC, Agile practices, and mainframe tools like COBOL, JCL, CICS..
Key responsibilities:
Lead a dedicated development POD, providing daily guidance.
Collaborate with peer Tech Leads across functional domains.
Drive mainframe-focused development efforts, including design, testing, and deployment.
Monitor application performance, respond to issues, and ensure quality standards.
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Conexess Group is a staffing and consulting solutions provider that combines the technology you need with relationships you can trust. We understand that one size never fits all, which is why we work with our clients to develop specialized solutions that fit their organizations, coupled with responsive service that ensures we get the job done right.
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Specialties: IT Staff Augmentation | ERP Consulting Solutions | Accounting & Finance Recruitment
We are seeking a Software Engineer Team Lead to support our ATM and Debit Card Processing systems. This position serves as one of four technical leads responsible for driving high-quality delivery in a complex, regulated environment. The ideal candidate is comfortable with mainframe technologies, experienced in leading development teams, and able to communicate clearly across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
As part of a collaborative leadership group, you will manage a dedicated development POD, working closely with 2–3 peer tech leads to cover strategic areas of the Cards & Payments platform.
Key Responsibilities
Lead a dedicated development POD, providing daily direction and oversight across assigned initiatives.
Collaborate with 2–3 peer Tech Leads, each owning different functional domains within the broader card operations platform.
Drive mainframe-focused development efforts, including COBOL, CICS, JCL, and batch job management.
Plan and estimate timelines, technical effort, and resource allocation for new initiatives and ongoing enhancements.
Design, develop, test, and deploy software using a mix of mainframe and distributed technologies.
Own key card transaction processing platforms supporting ATMs, debit cards, and settlement workflows.
Monitor application performance and availability, responding to issues and leading root cause analysis.
Conduct code reviews, enforce quality standards, and contribute to CI/CD pipelines and test automation.
Communicate with product owners, business stakeholders, and engineering leadership to align priorities and delivery goals.
Document architecture, workflows, and system behavior to support long-term sustainability and knowledge transfer.
Basic Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
7+ years of software development experience
Proven experience in mainframe application development and system navigation
Prior experience leading technology teams or development PODs
Knowledge of SDLC and Agile software practices
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years of experience in financial services, payments, or card processing systems
Proficiency in COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, and other mainframe tools
Understanding of card networks, EFT, ATM, debit routing, or settlement processes
Strong grasp of DevOps, version control, and CI/CD concepts
Familiarity with distributed systems (APIs, microservices) in hybrid environments
Experience with FIS platforms (e.g., Payments One) or similar vendor products
Leadership Skills & Competencies
Ability to lead by example, provide hands-on support, and coach junior engineers
Effective cross-functional communicator, both written and verbal
Skilled in prioritization, delegation, and working under pressure
Comfortable participating in high-visibility initiatives with regulatory and performance implications
Collaborative mindset, working side-by-side with peer Tech Leads to align technical strategy and execution
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Level of experience:Senior (5-10 years)
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Information Technology & Services
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