Senior COBOL Developer (6-10 yrs)

Experience: 6 to 10 years.

Job Description :

The Senior COBOL Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining COBOL based applications.

This role requires advanced knowledge and hands-on experience with COBOL programming, legacy systems, and a deep understanding of database management systems, as well as the ability to lead and mentor junior developers.

Key Responsibilities :

Development & Maintenance :

- Design, develop, and maintain COBOL applications, modules, and batch programs in a mainframe environment.

- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code to meet project specifications.

- Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve performance issues within COBOL applications.

- Perform system analysis and collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical specifications.

System Enhancements & Optimization :

- Optimize existing COBOL programs to improve efficiency and system performance.

- Propose and implement system enhancements that improve functionality, reduce technical debt, and modernize legacy systems.

Collaboration & Mentorship :

- Provide leadership and guidance to junior and mid-level developers, reviewing their code and helping them develop their technical skills.

- Collaborate with other team members, including project managers, business analysts, and other developers, to ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions.

Legacy System Management :

- Oversee the maintenance and evolution of critical legacy systems that utilize COBOL.

- Collaborate with teams working on integrating legacy systems with newer technologies.

Education : Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Experience :

- Minimum of 6-10 years of experience in COBOL development, with a proven track record of delivering high quality software solutions.

- Hands-on experience with COBOL, JCL (Job Control Language), DB2, CICS (Customer Information Control System), IMS, and other mainframe technologies.

- Experience with mainframe tools such as Endevor, File-AID, or other similar platforms.

- In-depth knowledge of batch processing, file handling, and mainframe job scheduling.

- Familiarity with Agile or Waterfall software development methodologies.

Skills :

- Expert-level proficiency in COBOL; familiarity with modern languages or frameworks is a plus (e. , Java, Python, or web-based technologies).

- Strong experience with relational databases (e., DB2, VSAM, IMS) and SQL queries.

- Knowledge of source control tools (e., Git, SVN), debugging tools, and performance tuning.

Soft Skills :

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

- Strong collaboration skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.

- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

- Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently when necessary.

Why Join Us :

Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

Collaborative team culture with continuous learning and growth opportunities.