Research, design, develop, and modify software systems including COBOL applications and batch jobs using JCL.
Present ideas for system enhancements and maintain knowledge of feature or technical changes within the application.
Transition workflows from legacy green-screens to modern tools such as Zowe and VS Code.
Conduct impact analysis for software changes and develop detailed technical designs and cost/task estimates.
Work closely with business analysts, designers, and subject matter experts to define requirements and technical solutions.
Produce detailed specifications, write software code, and develop interfaces or conversion routines leveraging APIs.
Conduct unit tests, document findings, and support formal testing.
Manage code migrations and adhere to program configuration change control standards and tools like Endevor CM and Gitlab.
Support the nightly batch cycles, participate in an on-call rotation, and provide daily system status updates.

Requirements

U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a NACI security clearance.
Bachelor's degree plus 8 years of experience, OR a High School Diploma plus 12 years of experience.
4+ years of hands-on experience with JCL and COBOL development.
Proficient in IBM z/OS utilities, TSO, and ISPF.
Understanding of the structure and functionality of COTS applications (e.g., Oracle, SAP, and Momentum).
Strong interest in or experience with adopting modern platforms like Zowe and VS Code.
Ability to work independently in a small-team environment and lead technical discussions with stakeholders.

Benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

COBOLJCLAPIsunit testingtechnical designimpact analysiscode migrationconfiguration change controlbatch processingsoftware development

Soft Skills

independent workteam collaborationtechnical discussion leadership

Certifications

NACI security clearance