Cobol Developer and Support

DXC Technology; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DXC Technology in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a COBOL Developer to enhance application development and support activities within a mainframe environment. The role requires expertise in COBOL and a strong understanding of mainframe technologies.

The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience and a degree in information technology or a related field, contributing to system performance and quality assurance, alongside opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• More than 6 years of development experience in COBOL.
• Strong understanding of development processes.
• Experience in finance, banking, or insurance industries.

Responsibilities

• Support business operations by enhancing system configurations.
• Monitor and troubleshoot system issues.
• Ensure application performance and quality.
• Maintain code quality and automate testing processes.
• Analyze technology trends for system efficiency.

Skills

COBOL

JCL

CICS

DB2

TSO

SQL

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in information technology or a related field

ITIL certification

Tools

IBM RTC tools

Job description

Position

COBOL Developer

Location

IOI City, Putrajaya

Work Arrangement

Fully onsite, Monday to Friday (5 days a week)

Company Overview

DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) is a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner delivering software, services, and solutions to global enterprises and public sector organizations — helping them harness AI to drive outcomes at a time of exponential change with speed. With deep expertise in Managed Infrastructure Services, Application Modernization, and Industry‑Specific Software Solutions, DXC modernizes, secures, and operates some of the world's most complex technology estates.

Job Summary

We are looking for a COBOL Developer to support application development, enhancement, and production support activities within a mainframe environment. The role involves improving system configurations, developing new features, and ensuring application stability and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support business operations by enhancing system configurations and developing new features for COBOL/mainframe applications
• Monitor, analyze, and troubleshoot system or production issues; identify root causes and provide recommendations to prevent recurrence
• Ensure application performance, quality, and responsiveness
• Maintain and improve code quality, including automation in testing processes
• Analyze technology trends and identify opportunities to enhance system efficiency and business productivity
• Contribute to and maintain accurate documentation for development and production support processes
• Ensure documentation and procedures are up to date and optimized for efficiency

Work Experience

• Senior: More than 6 years of development experience; strong understanding of development processes and prior experience as a technical lead
• Experience in supporting production systems and business users is an advantage
• Experience in finance, banking, or insurance industries is preferred

Academic Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in information technology or a related field
• Alternative learning paths (e.g., bootcamps) may be considered
• ITIL certification is an advantage

Required Technical Skills

• Proven experience as a COBOL Developer or in a similar role
• Strong understanding of mainframe technologies and environments (batch and online processing)
• Proficiency in COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, and TSO
• Understanding of legacy system modernization techniques
• Familiarity with IBM RTC tools is a plus
• Basic knowledge of SQL

Additional Information

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in‑person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.