Cobol Healthcare Engineer-NO C2C/LOCAL to CA only

JSG is seeking a Cobol/Unix Software Engineer for a direct hire role in California. The Software Engineer will maximize the use and performance of core systems through tailored programming and system enhancements. This hands-on role requires strong expertise with Unix AIX platforms, embedded SQL, COBOL, Unix shell scripting, and DB2 databases. Familiarity with healthcare payer operations is highly recommended, particularly with Claims, Provider, and Member datasets, along with exposure to EDI transactions and their underlying standards. You ll collaborate with system users and technical teams to design solutions that address complex business needs, contributing to efficient and reliable healthcare service delivery. A proactive approach to problem-solving and seamless coordination with internal teams and external vendors is essential. This position may require occasional after-hours availability to address urgent system matters. Remote I Direct Hire
Duties & Responsibilities Essential Functions:

• Develop, maintain, and monitor core system data processing and data interfaces such as encounters/claims, membership, authorization, and provider configurations to ensure timeliness and accuracy.
• Design and code new programs, modify existing ones, and create detailed programming specifications according to business user requirements.
• Coordinate and manage Program Change Requests with both internal users and external vendors.
• Document and troubleshoot errors and bugs within the claims/eligibility systems and software developed by the client.
• Establish and refine standardized testing processes and best practices.
• Conduct testing for new software releases and manage their implementation, ensuring thorough documentation is maintained.
• Create and update system and program documentation and checklists under this role's responsibility.
• Oversee vendor relationships to support daily operational needs effectively.
• Proactively engage with customers to enhance satisfaction with the services and processes supported.
• Inform management about critical system issues, policy decisions, and application constraints.
• Provide round-the-clock availability to address and resolve urgent system issues.
• This position may require occasional after-hours availability to address urgent system matters.

Secondary Functions:

• Learn new techniques, systems, and languages
• Produce ad hoc reports
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Education and Experience equivalent to:

• Bachelor s degree in computer science or related field.
• Three (3) years of programming experience including system design and analysis, and preferably software change management and/or development experience.

Knowledge of:

• Understanding of general healthcare processes such as Claims, Membership, and Provider management.
• Experience with software development on Unix AIX platforms and DB2 databases.
• Familiarity with AIX environments, including system navigation, scripting, and deployment processes.
• Proficiency in COBOL, with a proven ability to develop, maintain, and optimize legacy systems.
• Hands-on experience with embedded SQL for database integration, query optimization and reporting tools.
• Experience with SQL Server, Visual Studio, and Azure.
• Proficient in SQL programming and Unix shell scripting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of systems and related system interfaces, along with the ability to assess the impact of changes across various systems.
• Intermediate experience with one or more EDI transactions, which would include standards such as 834, 837, and 278.
• Working knowledge of healthcare payer operations and data security standards a plus
• A background in the healthcare sector and managed care strongly recommended, as familiarity with healthcare processes and regulations will be highly advantageous.

Ability to:

• Quickly acquire a good working knowledge of core systems.
• Adapt to changes in requirements/priorities for daily and specialized tasks.
• Translate user needs to program functional specifications.
• Communicate and work with users to gather the necessary details to complete tasks/projects.
• Problem-solve and consider the entire solution.
• Work as part of a team as well as independently.
• Work under and meet deadlines.
• Manage multiple job requests simultaneously.
• Communicate effectively and provide a high standard of customer service.

** Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.