Mainframe Developer / Consultant Specialist Job in Hsbc

About HSBC

If you re looking for a career that will help you stand out, join HSBC and fulfill your potential. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support, and rewards that will take you further.

As one of the largest banking and financial services organizations in the world, with operations in 64 countries and territories, HSBC aims to be where the growth is, enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, and ultimately, helping people fulfill their hopes and realize their ambitions.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced professional to join our team as a Consultant Specialist. In this role, you will play an instrumental part in ensuring the smooth execution of projects by participating in feasibility studies, project planning, technical design, and coding. You will guide and mentor the team, ensure proper communication across the project, and interact directly with clients to resolve issues related to the delivery of projects.

Principal Responsibilities

• Feasibility Study: Participate in the feasibility study to assess the viability of projects.

• Project Planning: Contribute to the estimation and planning of projects.

• Requirement Analysis: Analyze project requirements and translate them into actionable plans.

• Technical Design: Develop or review technical designs to ensure they meet business objectives and technical specifications.

• Coding & Development: Guide and mentor team members on code development and contribute where required.

• Reviews: Conduct thorough reviews of design, code, test plans, and test results to ensure quality and alignment with project requirements.

• Testing: Oversee test planning, strategy, validation, and conduct random testing to ensure deliverables meet expectations.

• Post-Development Support: Coordinate post-development support to address issues and ensure smooth deployment.

• Team Management: Ensure effective communication and coordination within the team to foster collaboration and smooth project delivery.

• Client Interaction: Communicate directly with clients to provide progress updates and resolve any project delivery-related issues.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should meet the following qualifications:

• In-depth technical/functional knowledge of Core Banking RPS UK (Retail Processing System) and UK banking products.

• Job Control Language (JCL): Strong experience with IN Stream & Catalogue Procedures, Control Cards, SDFS (Spool), SPICE, SAR & MVS JCL utilities.

• COBOL: Strong understanding of COBOL programs, including working storage, copy books, subroutines, and Z/OS concepts.

• DB2 (SQL): Proficiency in relational database concepts and advanced SQL, including error handling and SQL error codes.

• CICS: Knowledge of infrastructure setup (PCP, PIP, KCP, SCP) and experience in writing CICS programs linked with front-end systems.

• TSO, ISPF: Hands-on experience with TSO and ISPF.

• Programming Skills: Experience with REXX, EZYTRIEVE, and SELCOPY.

• Tools Knowledge: Familiarity with tools like Endevor, File Manager, Road Runner, CLARITY, Fault Analyser, R2DS, RDz, RTC, SONAR.

• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective team and client interaction.

• Self-sufficiency & Initiative: Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative in solving issues, addressing the root causes, and providing solutions.

Additional Desired Skills

• Core Java, SQL Database Knowledge, Spring Boot/Spring Data, JPA/J2EE/Servlets.
• Experience with Web Services (REST, SOAP) and Microservices.
• Knowledge of Google Cloud Platform (GCP) / Amazon Web Services (AWS) (certification is a plus).
• Familiarity with tools such as Maven, GIT, Jenkins, Any point Studio, Spring Tool Suite (STS).

Why HSBC?

• Global Presence: Join one of the largest financial institutions in the world with a presence in 64 countries and territories.
• Career Growth: Benefit from HSBC s opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Impactful Work: Play an integral role in ensuring the smooth operation of high-importance projects.

You ll achieve more when you join HSBC.