Mainframe Software Developer

Nixil; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm is seeking a COBOL Mainframe Developer. This role involves designing, coding, and maintaining COBOL applications to support core banking processes. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree, at least 5 years of COBOL experience, and a Baseline or NV1 security clearance. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is crucial. The role offers opportunities across major Australian cities such as Melbourne and Brisbane.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in COBOL development.
• Exposure to mainframe environments (z/OS, CICS, JCL, DB2).
• Proficiency in COBOL programming.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain COBOL-based applications.
• Create and maintain interfaces between COBOL applications and other systems.
• Optimize program logic and database queries.

Skills

COBOL

SQL

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

z/OS

CICS

DB2

JCL

Job description

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• This role will be open to COBOL Mainframe Developers who are based in Brisbane, Melbourne, Canberra and Adelaide.
• Must have at least Baseline or Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) security clearance, NV2 preferred.
• Must be an Australian Citizen

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).
• Must have knowledge or skills in one or more of the following: COBOL, JCL, ISPF, DB2, DB2 tools/utilities, SQL, CICS, SCLM, and Mainframe Debugger.
• 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.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Other

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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