Mainframe Developer

Temporary

Melbourne, Victoria

05 Feb 2026

    Junior Mainframe Developer (COBOL)

    12-Month Contract + Extensions | Canberra, Melbourne, Brisbane

    Mandatory Requirements

    ·        Australian Citizenship (non-negotiable)

    ·        Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Clearance.

     Contract Opportunity with a Global Technology Leader

    ·        Are you a junior Mainframe / COBOL Developer looking to build a long-term career working on enterprise-critical systems?

    ·        We are growing our team and are seeking early-career Mainframe Developers to join a global technology organisation delivering large-scale solutions across government and enterprise environments.

    ·        These are 12-month contract roles with strong extension potential, offering excellent learning, mentoring, and career growth opportunities.

     

    What’s on Offer

    ·        12-month contract with high likelihood of extension

    ·        Competitive daily rates, aligned to experience

    ·        Opportunity to work on mission-critical, enterprise systems

    ·        Structured training, mentoring, and upskilling

    ·        Supportive and collaborative team environment

    ·        Exposure to large-scale government and enterprise platforms

    About the Role

    As a Junior Mainframe Developer, you will work alongside experienced professionals supporting and enhancing legacy systems while developing your technical skills.

    Responsibilities may include:

    ·        Developing, testing, and debugging COBOL programs

    ·        Supporting applications using COBOL, JCL, CICS, and DB2

    ·        Assisting with batch and online processing

    ·        Participating in SDLC activities (analysis, development, testing, support)

    ·        Troubleshooting incidents and contributing to issue resolution

    ·        Maintaining technical documentation and participating in code reviews

     

    About Our Client

    Our client is a leading global technology services provider, partnering with major organisations across government, finance, healthcare, and enterprise sectors. They specialise in supporting and modernising complex legacy systems while delivering reliable, scalable solutions.

    How to Apply

    If you meet the above requirements and are interested, please apply online or contact:

    Rahul Sharma

    📞 02 8028 3134

    ✉️ rahul.sharma@akkodisgroup.com

     

    Joining Akkodis Benefits

     

     

     

    ·        Weekly or Monthly Pay

    ·        No payrolling processing fees

    ·        Upskilling opportunities and training discounts

    ·        Associate gathering events

    ·        Akkodis SME meet-ups and information sessions

    ·        EAP Support Program

    ·        Dedicated Account Management support team

     

     

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