Senior Developer – Cobol

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

Senior Developer responsible for analysis, design, programming, and implementation of complex applications at BlueCross BlueShield. Working in a hybrid environment in Columbia, South Carolina with technical direction.

Posted 6/13/2026full-timeColumbia • South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for analysis, design, programming, and implementation of the most complex applications tasks and projects in the area.
Devise feasible, logical procedures to resolve business problems through the use of computer resources.
Design, code, test and debug the most complex application programs.
Provide technical direction and support in the development and support of business systems software and procedures.
Review and analyze systems, streamlining processes to ensure efficient, consistent use of all resources.
Act as an internal consultant, advocate, mentor, and change agent providing expertise and technical guidance on complex projects.
Ensure solutions are aligned with business and IT strategies and comply with the organization’s architectural standards.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's in a job related field
Associates degree plus an extra 2 years of job-related work experience for a total of 10 years of required work experience OR 12 total years required work experience.
8 years of application development, systems testing or other job related experience.
Advanced understanding of applications/development, quality assurance and integration methodologies, concepts and facilities in a mainframe, midrange, web, and/or PC/LAN environment.
Demonstrates a high level of technical proficiency in the areas of programming languages, platform capabilities, and methods of systems analysis and program design.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Familiar with project management concepts.
Ability to assess requirements, alternatives, and risks/benefits for low- to high-impact projects.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Subsidized health plans
Dental and vision coverage
401k retirement savings plan with company match
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
Education Assistance
Service Recognition
National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

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Hard Skills & Tools

application developmentsystems testingprogramming languagesquality assuranceintegration methodologiessystems analysisprogram designdebuggingstreamlining processesbusiness systems software

Soft Skills

communicationmentoringconsultingadvocacytechnical guidanceproblem-solvingchange managementcollaborationanalytical thinkingrisk assessment

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeAssociate's degree