IBM S/390 COBOL Developer

Accenture; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture in Malaysia seeks an experienced IBM S/390 COBOL Developer to join our Technology team. You will design, develop, and configure AS400/IBM S/390 COBOL modules and interfaces for mission-critical banking and payments systems.

You will work with global teams to deliver high-quality solutions, applying SDLC best practices and staying current with emerging technologies. Strong communication and stakeholder management are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or related discipline.
• 5–8 years of experience in AS400 or IBM S/390 COBOL development.
• Strong knowledge of COBOL, SQL, and DB2 databases.
• Experience in the Banking industry, preferably Payments.
• Familiarity with JIRA and ALDON.
• Experience supporting and maintaining enterprise applications across the SDLC.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to work with clients and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and configure AS400 / IBM S/390 COBOL software modules and interfaces.
• Deliver high-quality software solutions within timelines.
• Analyze and implement enhancements to improve system functionality.
• Apply software development standards and best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in full SDLC: development, testing, deployment, and support.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, technical teams, and clients to ensure delivery.
• Continuously enhance technical knowledge and stay current with emerging technologies.

Skills

COBOL

SQL

Banking domain knowledge

Payments domain

SDLC

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science / information technology

Tools

AS400

IBM S/390 COBOL development

DB2

JIRA

ALDON

Job description

Accenture, we help the world's leading organizations reinvent their businesses through technology, innovation, and digital transformation. With approximately 750,000 people serving clients across more than 120 countries, we combine deep industry expertise with leading capabilities in cloud, data, AI, and technology to deliver meaningful business outcomes.

We are currently seeking an experienced IBM S/390 COBOL Developer to join our Technology team in Malaysia. This role offers the opportunity to work on mission‑critical banking and payments systems while collaborating with global teams to deliver high‑quality solutions for enterprise clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and configure AS400 / IBM S/390 COBOL software modules, interfaces, and components.
• Deliver high‑quality software solutions that meet business and technical requirements within established timelines.
• Analyze and implement enhancements to improve system functionality and user experience.
• Apply software development standards, methodologies, and best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including development, testing, deployment, and application support.
• Collaborate effectively with business stakeholders, technical teams, and clients to ensure successful project delivery.
• Continuously enhance technical knowledge and stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• 5–8 years of experience in AS400 or IBM S/390 COBOL development.
• Strong knowledge of COBOL, SQL, and DB2 databases.
• Experience within the Banking industry, preferably in the Payments domain.
• Familiarity with JIRA and ALDON.
• Experience supporting and maintaining enterprise applications across the SDLC.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proven ability to work closely with clients and cross‑functional teams in a dynamic environment.