VisionPLUS Developer

Job Summary Synechron is seeking a skilled and experienced VisionPLUS Developer to join our team. The primary purpose of this role is to design, develop, and support VisionPLUS-based solutions within the financial services domain. The successful candidate will contribute to delivering robust, scalable, and efficient banking technology solutions, ensuring seamless operation and resolution of issues across various VisionPLUS modules. This role plays a vital part in supporting our clients’ digital transformation initiatives and maintaining the stability of critical banking systems. Software Requirements Required: VisionPLUS Modules (CMS Posting, FAS, TRAMS, VMx) with substantial hands-on experienceMainframe Technologies: JCL, COBOL, VSAM, CICSDevelopment methodologies: Agile (Scrum/Kanban) or Waterfall Preferred: Vision Flex frameworkExperience with Batch Processing systems and subsystemsVersion control tools (e.g., Git, Rational Team Concert)Knowledge of cloud integration tools (preferred but not mandatory) Overall Responsibilities Design, develop, and enhance VisionPLUS modules to meet evolving business needs Monitor production and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) environments to identify and resolve incidents promptly Provide technical support and solutions for issues related to VisionPLUS subsystems such as CMS Posting, FAS, TRAMS, VMx Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Business Analysts, QA, and Infrastructure, to deliver quality solutions Develop detailed functional and technical design documents aligned with client requirements Lead incident resolution activities, ensuring minimal impact on business operations Assist in the deployment, stabilization, and ongoing maintenance of VisionPLUS solutions Share technical expertise and mentor team members to promote knowledge sharing Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for process efficiencies and code quality Technical Skills (By Category) Programming Languages & Mainframe Technologies: Essential: COBOL, JCL, VSAM, CICS Preferred: Knowledge of Vision Flex framework Databases/Data Management: Understanding of IDMS, DB2, or similar relational or hierarchical databases Batch & Subsystem Management: High-level understanding of VisionPLUS subsystems such as CMS Posting, FAS, TRAMS, VMx Experience in batch processing and job scheduling Development Tools & Methodologies: Experience working in Agile Scrum/Kanban, Waterfall methodologies Version control and collaboration tools (Git, RTC, etc.) Security & Compliance: Adherence to transactional security protocols and best practices Experience Requirements Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience working with VisionPLUS systems in a banking or financial services environment Proven track record in developing, supporting, and troubleshooting VisionPLUS modules Experience in mainframe application development, incident management, and production support Knowledge of software development lifecycle processes and related tools Exposure to Agile or Waterfall project execution frameworks Day-to-Day Activities Attend daily stand-ups, planning, and coordination meetings with the development and support teams Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to VisionPLUS modules in both production and testing environments Implement enhancements, bug fixes, and configuration changes based on business requirements Collaborate with Business Analysts to interpret functional requirements and translate them into technical solutions Conduct code reviews and participate in testing and validation activities Document technical specifications, issue resolutions, and operational procedures Escalate complex issues to senior team members or management as needed Monitor system performance and suggest improvements to optimize efficiency and stability Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or an equivalent discipline from an accredited institution Certifications: Industry-recognized certifications in Mainframe (e.g., COBOL, CICS) or related technologies are advantageous but not mandatory Training: Ongoing professional development in relevant tools and frameworks Professional Competencies Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on issue diagnosis and resolution Effective communication skills, capable of conveying technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders Ability to work independently and collaboratively under tight deadlines Demonstrated leadership qualities to guide junior team members and contribute to team success Adaptability to rapid technology changes and a continuous learning mindset Attention to detail, thoroughness in documentation, and adherence to quality standards Proactive attitude towards process improvements and innovation Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more. All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.