Backend Software Engineer (Mainframe) (@Belgium)

KCS iT; Brussel Hoofdstad; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training programs

International projects in Benelux

Hybrid work model

Full remote projects (possible)

Onsite projects (possible)

Well-being programs (nutrition, mental

Job summary

KCS IT is seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer (Mainframe) in Belgium. You will design, develop and maintain backend systems in mainframe environments, work in a hybrid setup (Belgium - 2/3 days per week), and collaborate with IT and business stakeholders across cross-functional teams.

English and Dutch communication are essential for our international environment. With 5+ years of backend experience, you will translate requirements into technical designs, perform integration testing,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend software development experience.
• Strong mainframe experience with COBOL, PL/1, EGL, DB2 and related tools.
• Able to translate business requirements into designs and technical specs.
• Experience analyzing specs, defining program structures, and implementing solutions.
• Experience creating tests, modifying programs, and supporting production.
• Willingness to participate in on-call rotation and collaborate across teams.

Skills

Backend development

Mainframe environments

Team collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Independent work

On-call readiness

Tools

COBOL

PL/1

EGL

DB2

IDz Workbench

CI/CD

GitHub

Changeman

Job description

We’re looking for the special, unique and amazing YOU!

@ KCS IT, we look for the ones that stands out, for those that always wants to be better and fight for it, and for those who has the same values that we do: dedication, energy, integrity, transparency, flexibility, trust, honesty, hard work, proactivity, team work.

At KCS we stand for equality and value diversity. We create a safe, diverse environment where opportunities are equal for everyone! We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, disability or any factor other than merit. All applications with skills for the position are welcome!

We are looking for an Amazing: Senior Backend Software Engineer (Mainframe)

Seniority: Senior (+5 years of experience)

Type of position: Hybrid (Belgium - 2/3 days per week)

The amazing you, will have:

• 5+ years of experience in Backend Software Development.
• Strong technical experience in Mainframe environments, particularly with COBOL, PL/1, EGL, DB2, IDz Workbench, CI/CD, GitHub, and Changeman.
• Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into functional and technical designs.
• Experience analysing functional specifications, defining program structures, and implementing technical solutions.
• Experience creating and executing test cases, modifying existing programs, and supporting production environments.
• Ability to design and document changes to existing applications.
• Experience conducting self and peer code reviews.
• Experience resolving incidents and defects, ensuring proper follow-up until closure.
• Experience performing technical integration testing with interfacing applications.
• Ability to work independently and quickly adapt to new technical and functional environments.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a results-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to interact effectively with IT and business stakeholders.
• Ability to work in complex environments involving multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Availability to participate in an on-call rotation.
• Excellent communication skills in Dutch and English, particularly in an international working environment.

Why should you become part of our family?

• You can develop a career that fits you: your career development is personalized, taking in consideration your needs and goals from a short to long term
• Interesting Challenges Ahead: you can work for several clients from different sectors of activity
• Free training programs: Our training and certification programs in languages, tech, behavior and business will help you to reach your full potential faster
• International projects in Benelux: you can gain international experience in Benelux and balance a new way of living with work
• Type of projects (depending on the project you might find one of this types of projects):
• In hybrid Systems: Is important to balance work with socialization, that´s why a hybrid system works for us and for you
• Full Remote projects: If you want to work while you enjoy the comfort of your home
• Full Onsite projects: if you prefer the company of your colleagues!
• Take care of your well-being: Enjoy our free nutrition, psychologist, general medicine appointments and our yoga and personal training days… all remote!

Who are we?

Founded in 2008 and based in Lisbon, KCS IT is a consulting company in the field of Information Technology and Services, focused on creating value for our clients through three main areas: Consulting, Outsourcing, Inovation and Training. Our commitment to talent development is unmistakable in the recent opening of the Porto, Leiria and Azores hubs, which aims to develop technology for the national and international market. Since 2018 we have been elected one of the 10 major companies in the “Index of Excellence”, an initiative that aims to reward organizations that invest most in the development and satisfaction of their employees.