Mainframe Software Developer (COBOL)Hybrid

This role will be open to COBOL Mainframe Developers who are based in Sydney but will also allow for remote work from SA, ACT, VIC & QLD.

As a Mainframe Software Developer specializing in COBOL, your role involves designing, coding, testing, and maintaining COBOL applications that power essential banking functions.

You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of our mainframe systems.

Responsibilities

Application Development and Enhancement:

• Develop, enhance, and maintain COBOL-based applications that support core banking processes.
• Collaborate closely with business analysts, system architects, and end-users to gather requirements and translate them into functional code.
• Implement changes, enhancements, and bug fixes to existing COBOL programs.

System Integration and Interfaces:

• Create and maintain interfaces between COBOL applications and other systems (e.g., databases, APIs).
• Ensure seamless data flow across various banking modules.
• Optimize data exchange for efficiency and accuracy.

Performance Optimization and Resilience:

• Analyze COBOL code for performance bottlenecks.
• Optimize program logic, database queries, and I/O operations.
• Monitor system performance and address any issues promptly.
• Contribute to disaster recovery planning and system resilience.

Documentation and Technical Specifications:

• Maintain comprehensive technical documentation for COBOL programs.
• Document program logic, data structures, and interfaces.
• Create clear specifications for new features and enhancements.

Problem Resolution and Troubleshooting:

• Investigate and resolve production issues related to COBOL applications.
• Collaborate with support teams to troubleshoot incidents.
• Apply root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.

Code Reviews and Quality Assurance:

• Participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards.
• Conduct unit testing and verify program functionality.
• Assist in system testing and user acceptance testing.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in COBOL development.
• Exposure to mainframe environments (z/OS, CICS, JCL, DB2).
• Familiarity with banking processes and financial systems.
• Proficiency in COBOL programming.
• Knowledge of relational databases (e.g., Sybase).
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to Hogan systems (if applicable).
• Assembler skills will be an advantage.