Application Support Engineer (Java / SQL)

ADECCO PERSONNEL PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency based in Singapore is seeking an Application Support Engineer. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a stable banking environment while supporting enterprise applications and learning vital skills in COBOL. Ideal candidates will have 1-5 years of experience in application support and hands-on exposure to Java and SQL. This 1-year renewable contract role serves as a great stepping stone for long-term IT careers.

Benefits

Hands-on experience in a stable banking environment

Opportunity to learn niche skills (COBOL)

Exposure to enterprise-scale systems

1-year contract with renewal potential

Great stepping stone for long-term IT careers

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of experience in Application Support / System Support / Functional Support.
• Hands‑on exposure to Java and SQL.
• Understanding of enterprise or banking systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide Application / System Support for enterprise applications.
• Handle BAU support, incident investigation, and issue resolution.
• Work closely with business users and internal IT teams.
• Support applications built on Java and SQL-based systems.
• Learn and support legacy systems (COBOL / Mainframe) with guidance and training.
• Assist in system enhancements, testing, and documentation.

Skills

Application Support / System Support / Functional Support

Java

SQL

Service-oriented mindset

Willingness to learn COBOL

Job description

Job Title: Application Support Engineer (Java / SQL) – COBOL Training Provided!!

🕒 Contract Duration: 1 Year (Renewable)

🏢 Industry: Banking / Enterprise Systems

Why This Role Is Exciting

Looking to build a strong foundation in enterprise systems while working in a real-world banking environment? This role is perfect for candidates who enjoy problem-solving, system support and learning new technologies—especially those open to picking up COBOL, a skill that remains highly valuable in large financial institutions.

✨ No prior COBOL experience required — willingness to learn is what matters.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide Application / System Support for enterprise applications
• Handle BAU support, incident investigation, and issue resolution
• Work closely with business users and internal IT teams
• Support applications built on Java and SQL-based systems
• Learn and support legacy systems (COBOL / Mainframe) with guidance and training
• Assist in system enhancements, testing, and documentation
• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations of critical business systems

What We’re Looking For

• 1–5 years of experience in Application Support / System Support / Functional Support
• Hands‑on exposure to Java and SQL
• Understanding of enterprise or banking systems is a plus
• Service‑oriented mindset
• Strong willingness to learn COBOL / legacy technologies

Why Learning COBOL Is a Big Plus

• COBOL powers many mission‑critical banking systems
• Skills are rare and in demand
• Opens doors to long‑term enterprise and financial system roles
• Training and on‑the‑job exposure provided

What’s In It For You

• Hands‑on experience in a stable banking environment
• Opportunity to learn niche, high‑value skills (COBOL)
• Exposure to enterprise‑scale systems
• 1-year contract with renewal potential
• Great stepping stone for long‑term IT careers

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re curious, adaptable, and excited to grow your skills across modern and legacy technologies, we’d love to hear from you!

👉 Apply now and start your journey at the intersection of technology, learning, and enterprise systems! 🚀

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Tamanna Bilandi