
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible degrees: BE, BTech, BSc, BCA, MTech, MSc, MCA. Minimum aggregate: 60% (or CGPA 6.0/10). Final year students of the 2026 batch are preferred. No active backlogs at the time of joining; a maximum of 2 backlogs allowed in the final semester, provided they are cleared before the joining date.

Job Description & Key Responsibilities
Infosys Limited, a global leader in consulting, technology, and nextβgeneration services, has a strong presence across 50+ countries and employs over 350,000 professionals. The company is renowned for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and continuous learning, offering a robust platform for fresh talent to grow into industry experts. With a focus on digital transformation, cloud, AI, and enterprise solutions, Infosys provides a stable yet dynamic environment where new graduates can gain exposure to largeβscale projects and cuttingβedge technologies.
The Freshers Mainframe Developer role sits within the Application Development and Maintenance service line. As a Mainframe Developer, you will be responsible for designing, coding, testing, and supporting missionβcritical applications that run on IBM Z platforms. The position is ideal for candidates with a foundation in COBOL, PL/1, CICS, JCL, and DB2, and who are eager to deepen their expertise in mainframe ecosystems while collaborating with crossβfunctional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Analyze user requirements and translate them into functional mainframe specifications.
2. Design, develop, and maintain COBOL/PLβ1 programs adhering to coding standards.
3. Write and manage JCL scripts for batch processing and job scheduling.
4. Implement and support CICS transaction flows and monitor performance.
5. Develop, query, and optimize DB2 databases for dataβintensive operations.
6. Perform unit testing, debugging, and code reviews to ensure highβquality deliverables.
7. Participate in Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, and daily standβups.
8. Troubleshoot production incidents, identify root causes, and propose corrective actions.
9. Document technical solutions, maintain knowledgeβbase articles, and assist in knowledge transfer.
10. Stay updated with IBM Rational tools (IDz, RDz, RBD, RTC) and incorporate best practices.
Tech Stack: COBOL, PL/1, CICS, JCL, DB2, IBM Rational Developer for z/OS (IDz), Rational Developer for System z (RDz), Rational Business Developer (RBD), Rational Team Concert (RTC), Agile tools.
Growth Path: Starting as a Mainframe Developer (Analyst level), you can progress to Senior Analyst, Technical Lead, and eventually to Architecture or Management roles within Infosysβ extensive service lines. The exposure to enterpriseβgrade systems and the companyβs internal learning platforms accelerates skill development and opens doors to diverse technology tracks.
Why Join Infosys? Infosys offers a structured onboarding program, mentorship from seasoned professionals, and access to global projects that enhance both technical and soft skills. The organizationβs emphasis on continuous upskilling, certifications, and a collaborative culture makes it an attractive launchpad for a longβterm career in technology.