Step into a high-impact role supporting the IRS Master File, working on mission-critical systems that have to be accurate, stable, and fast. If you’re strong in IBM ALC on z/OS and comfortable supporting legacy plus modern (Java) code, this role is a solid long-term lane.
About Maximus
Maximus supports government programs with large-scale technology and operations that serve millions of people. This position supports the IRS Master File project, focusing on analysis, development, maintenance, testing, and debugging of core systems. The work is compliance-heavy, detail-driven, and built around reliability.
Schedule
- Full-time, fully remote (United States)
- Direct hire role
- Must have an active IRS Moderate-Risk Background Investigation (MBI)
- Must be fully compliant with federal tax filing requirements
What You’ll Do
- Provide design and implementation support within a cross-functional development team
- Design and develop software from business requirements in collaboration with stakeholders
- Create, update, test, and maintain IBM ALC programs in a z/OS environment
- Support and maintain existing Java programs as needed
- Conduct trial runs and validate programs produce correct results
- Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs using workflow charts/diagrams and symbolic logic
- Modify, repair, or expand existing programs to improve efficiency or meet new requirements
- Consult with management, engineering, and technical teams to clarify intent and resolve issues
- Perform systems analysis and programming tasks to maintain and control system software usage
- Produce and maintain documentation for program development and revisions
- Create and maintain workflow charts/diagrams that describe program input/output and logic
- Partner with Computer Systems Analysts (CSAs) to define and resolve issues in program runs
- Support testing, troubleshoot issues, and remediate defects
- May provide coaching or training to other team members within the job area
What You Need
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 5+ years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Job-specific requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree required (4 additional years of related experience may substitute)
- 6+ years of related experience
- IBM ALC programming experience in a z/OS environment
- IBM Job Control Language (JCL) experience
- Experience supporting, troubleshooting, and maintaining Java programs
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated success in client support
- Ability to interface with all levels of management
- Ability to perform complex tasks with minimal supervision
- Strong time management, scheduling, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting
- Active IRS Moderate-Risk Background Investigation (MBI) and federal tax filing compliance (required)
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Life and disability insurance
- Additional incentives may be available based on program/role
Clearance-ready, specialized mainframe roles like this don’t sit around—apply while it’s open.
If you’ve got the ALC and z/OS chops and you want stable, meaningful work tied to critical federal systems, this is a strong play.
Happy Hunting,
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