Senior Mainframe Cobol Developer – Api & Agile Experience

Itds Portugal; Lisboa; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ITDS Portugal is seeking a Senior Mainframe COBOL Developer in Lisbon with a hybrid work model. You will develop COBOL applications on mainframe platforms, design APIs for integration, and apply Agile practices to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions for enterprise clients.

Ideal candidates bring 4+ years of COBOL mainframe experience, API design skills, and strong English and French communication. Join a client-focused IT leader and contribute to modernizing legacy systems with secure,

Qualifications

• 4+ years of proven COBOL development on mainframe systems.
• Strong knowledge of API design and integration techniques.
• Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies and collaboration tools.
• Good command of English and French, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize COBOL applications on mainframe platforms.
• Design and implement APIs to enable integration across legacy and modern systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support Agile-driven development cycles.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues to minimize downtime.
• Contribute to technical documentation and best practices for system enhancements.
• Engage with stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable solutions.
• Uphold security standards and compliance in development activities.

Skills

COBOL mainframe

API design

Agile

English

French

Problem solving

Tools

CI/CD

Job description

Ignite innovation on the mainframe — revolutionize COBOL development with APIs and Agile mastery!

Lisbon-based opportunity with hybrid work model.

As a Senior Mainframe COBOL Developer, you will be working for our client, a leader in enterprise-grade IT solutions, focused on delivering robust systems and innovative digital services. You will contribute to critical projects by developing high-performance COBOL applications, integrating APIs, and applying Agile methodologies to ensure scalable and flexible solutions for clients across diverse industries.

Your main responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and optimize COBOL applications on mainframe platforms, ensuring high reliability and performance.


• Design and implement APIs to facilitate seamless integration across legacy and modern systems.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver Agile-driven development cycles, promoting continuous improvement.


• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal operation.


• Contribute to technical documentation and best practices to support ongoing system enhancements.


• Engage proactively with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into scalable technical solutions.


• Uphold security standards and compliance within all development activities.

You’re ideal for this role if you have:

• At least 4 years of proven experience in COBOL development on mainframe systems.


• Strong knowledge of API design and integration techniques.


• Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies and collaboration tools.


• Good command of English and French, both written and spoken.


• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

It is a strong plus if you have:

• Certification in Agile practices or related frameworks.


• Familiarity with modern DevOps tools and continuous integration environments.

Language required for the role:

• English: Communicative level.


• French: Proficient level.

Eligibility for the role:

• Only candidates with an existing legal right to work in the European Union will be considered for this role.

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