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Conduent

Microfocus Cobol Developer

Conduent

Experienced COBOL Developer with PBM expertise optimizing systems in a healthcare setting. Responsible for the full software development lifecycle of COBOL applications.

Posted 5/19/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $96,250 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
LinuxOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Analysis, design, programming, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of system that supports Point-of-Sale and Batch processes using Microfocus Cobol, CICS, Oracle and JCL.
  • Analyze RFP documentation, meet with appropriate team members or clients, analyze software factors, assist with proposal work, and complete design documentation and estimates that meet the business requirements.
  • Accurately and completely develop and unit test software solutions to meet client requirements.
  • Develop testing recommendations for more in-depth testing for modifications.
  • Optimize existing COBOL programs for performance, scalability, and maintainability.
  • Provide on-call support on as needed basis.
  • Perform impact analysis and root-cause investigations for production incidents.
  • Resolve any issues that present themselves in a timely manner to prevent system outages.
  • Investigate, resolve and document assigned issues and propose/implement solutions.
  • Assist in discussions with clients and/or in the explanations of the issues, and recommended solutions.
  • Assist in preparation of functional specifications for application systems, presentation of system requirements and designs to client personnel.
  • Develop status reports of development activities weekly, to appropriate management.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Proficient working with MICROFOCUS COBOL (Preferably in LINUX environment) – including working on CICS, JCL and ORACLE and extensive knowledge on Health care business and PBM.
  • Have broad knowledge of system engineering/automation concepts, practices and procedures and is expected to perform work related to analysis, design, programming, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of a Point-of-Sale application.
  • At least eight (8) years of COBOL and 5+ years of PBM domain experience.
  • Combination of mainframe programming expertise and in-depth understanding of pharmacy benefit management workflows — including claims adjudication, prior authorization, formulary processing, and NCPDP transaction standards.
  • Strong oral and written communications skills, as candidate will be required to interact with business users to elicit and understand business requirements.
  • Ability to diagnose problems and suggest resolution with minimal guidance.
  • Readiness to take responsibility for assigned tasks and work with others as needed to complete tasks.
  • Ability to successfully function within a project team and be a team player in an environment of deadlines and project milestones.
  • Have a positive “can and will do” attitude.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Health & Welfare Benefits: Comprehensive plans tailored to your needs, effective from day one.
  • Retirement Savings: Robust programs to help you secure your financial future.
  • Employee Discounts: Access to a wide range of discounts on merchandise, services, travel, and more.
  • Career Growth Opportunities: Paths for advancement within a global organization.
  • Paid Training: Learn while you earn with award-winning learning platforms.
  • Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO packages to help you recharge.
  • Great Work Environment: Join an award-winning culture that values diversity and inclusion.

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Hard Skills & Tools
Microfocus COBOLCICSJCLOraclesystem analysissystem designprogrammingunit testingperformance optimizationimpact analysis
Soft Skills
oral communicationwritten communicationproblem diagnosisresponsibilityteam collaborationpositive attitudeclient interactiontask completionsolution implementationstatus reporting