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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a skilled COBOL Programmer to join our dynamic technology team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in developing, maintaining, and enhancing COBOL-based software applications. As a COBOL Programmer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the stability, efficiency, and reliability of our legacy systems, which are essential to our organization's daily operations. You will collaborate closely with other IT professionals, including software developers, system analysts, and project managers, to understand business requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.
Your responsibilities will include analyzing existing COBOL programs, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing necessary modifications to optimize performance. You will also be responsible for troubleshooting and resolving technical issues, ensuring minimal downtime and disruption to business processes. Additionally, you will participate in the full software development lifecycle, from initial analysis and design through coding, testing, deployment, and ongoing support.
The successful candidate must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly understand complex business logic and translate it into efficient COBOL code. You should be comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment. Excellent communication skills are essential, as you will be required to clearly document your work and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on critical systems that directly impact our organization's success. You will be encouraged to stay current with industry trends and best practices, continuously improving your technical skills and knowledge. We value innovation, creativity, and a commitment to excellence, and we provide a supportive environment where your contributions will be recognized and rewarded.
If you are passionate about COBOL programming and have a proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us maintain and enhance the legacy systems that are vital to our organization's continued growth and success. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Our organization is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, where all employees feel valued and respected. We believe that diversity drives innovation and creativity, and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, we invite you to become part of our talented team of technology professionals.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop, maintain, and enhance COBOL-based software applications.
- Analyze existing COBOL programs to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to COBOL applications.
- Collaborate with system analysts and project managers to understand business requirements.
- Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including analysis, design, coding, testing, and deployment.
- Document technical specifications and maintain accurate records of software modifications.
- Provide ongoing support and maintenance for legacy COBOL systems.
- Stay current with industry trends and best practices related to COBOL programming.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Proven experience as a COBOL Programmer or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of COBOL programming language and related technologies.
- Experience working with mainframe systems and legacy applications.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Familiarity with software development lifecycle methodologies.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience working with COBOL and mainframe systems?
- What strategies do you use to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in COBOL applications?
- How do you approach optimizing the performance of legacy COBOL systems?
- Can you provide an example of a challenging COBOL programming project you have worked on and how you overcame obstacles?
- How do you stay current with industry trends and best practices related to COBOL programming?
