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Job Details
Job#: 2081798
Job Description:
Job Title: Programmer - Consultant (Micro Focus Visual COBOL)
Location: 10311 Wilson Rd, Blythewood, SC 29016
Work Arrangement: Onsite initially, then Hybrid (Priority to SC, GA, NC candidates)
Contract Duration: 12 months (with potential for extension)
About the Role:
A government agency is seeking a highly skilled Programmer Consultant to support and enhance its core business systems. This role involves working within a multi-tiered architecture that includes Micro Focus Visual COBOL, .NET applications, and Oracle/MS SQL databases.
You will be responsible for developing new business functions, troubleshooting and enhancing existing applications, and supporting production systems. This is a long-term opportunity with the potential for renewal and hybrid work flexibility after the initial onsite engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Job Description:
Job Title: Programmer - Consultant (Micro Focus Visual COBOL)
Location: 10311 Wilson Rd, Blythewood, SC 29016
Work Arrangement: Onsite initially, then Hybrid (Priority to SC, GA, NC candidates)
Contract Duration: 12 months (with potential for extension)
About the Role:
A government agency is seeking a highly skilled Programmer Consultant to support and enhance its core business systems. This role involves working within a multi-tiered architecture that includes Micro Focus Visual COBOL, .NET applications, and Oracle/MS SQL databases.
You will be responsible for developing new business functions, troubleshooting and enhancing existing applications, and supporting production systems. This is a long-term opportunity with the potential for renewal and hybrid work flexibility after the initial onsite engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze and support Phoenix II, web services, and batch applications.
- Lead troubleshooting efforts and resolve system issues.
- Design, code, test, and promote solutions in collaboration with business users.
- Provide regular status updates to the Development Manager.
- Work closely with UI and database tiers to ensure seamless integration.
- Strong experience with Micro Focus Visual COBOL development.
- Proficiency in writing complex SQL queries (Oracle and MS SQL).
- Experience with Windows Server 2019/2022, IIS, and batch processing.
- Development using Visual Studio 2019/2022, including debugging.
- Application programming against RDBMS (Oracle, SQL Server).
- Not required, but Microsoft technical certifications are a plus.
- Micro Focus certifications are a significant advantage.
- Be part of a mission-critical modernization effort.
- Work on impactful projects across multiple business areas.
- Enjoy a hybrid work model after the initial onboarding.
- Opportunity for long-term engagement and professional growth.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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