Overview
Remote
$DOE
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - month Contract
Skills
COBOL
Mainframe
Job Details
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced COBOL Developer to design, develop, maintain, and support legacy applications primarily on mainframe systems. The ideal candidate will work closely with business analysts and stakeholders to enhance existing systems and ensure smooth daily operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and enhance applications using COBOL
- Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
- Debug, test, and resolve production issues
- Work with JCL to manage batch jobs and schedules
- Perform unit testing and support system integration testing
- Maintain technical documentation and coding standards
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams for system improvements
Required Skills
- Strong experience in COBOL (Batch & Online)
- Hands-on experience with JCL
- Knowledge of DB2 and SQL
- Experience with CICS (for online transactions)
- Familiarity with VSAM files
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Preferred Skills
- Experience in Mainframe utilities (SORT, IDCAMS, etc.)
- Exposure to Endevor / Changeman or similar version control tools
- Knowledge of Banking / Insurance / Financial domains
- Experience with Agile or Waterfall methodologies
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Nice to Have
- Experience with production support
- Knowledge of shell scripting or UNIX
- Exposure to modernization or migration projects
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