IT Software Developer III

E-Logic, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

E-Logic, Inc. is seeking an IT Software Developer III to support the IRS AIMS Digitalization program in a UNISYS mainframe environment. The role centers on development, modernization, and maintenance of mission-critical IRS applications with strong COBOL expertise.

The candidate will design and modify COBOL applications, gather requirements from IRS stakeholders, and develop technical docs and test artifacts. Experience with CMPlus and batch processing is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
• 5+ years of software development experience in enterprise environments.
• Strong hands-on experience with UNISYS COBOL, ECL, mainframe development, and batch processing.
• Experience with CMPlus, IPF, DMS, FILECRACKER, DOCIT.
• Knowledge of SDLC and Agile methodologies; able to create technical docs and test plans.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills; capable of independent and collaborative work.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, modify, test, and maintain AIMS COBOL applications and components.
• Perform programming and coding changes for modernization and updates.
• Gather and analyze requirements from IRS stakeholders and business units.
• Develop Functional Specification Plans, technical docs, and testing artifacts.
• Execute code reviews, debugging, and defect resolution activities.
• Support database updates, batch processing changes, and system integration tasks.
• Develop and execute Unit, ISAT, Regression, and other test plans.
• Support release prep and deployment coordination using CMPlus.
• Participate in production support, incident management, and root-cause analysis.
• Support O&M tasks and ongoing system enhancements; collaborate with project teams.

Skills

COBOL development

UNISYS COBOL

Mainframe environments

Batch processing

SDLC & Agile

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

CMPlus

IPF

DMS

FILECRACKER

DOCIT

Job description

E-Logic is seeking a highly skilled IT Software Developer III to support the Internal Revenue Services (IRS) Audit Information Management System (AIMS) Digitalization program. This role focuses on development, modernization, enhancement, and maintenance of mission‑critical IRS applications in a UNISYS mainframe environment supporting Taxpayer Digital Communications initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in COBOL development, systems integration, testing, maintenance, and production support within enterprise government systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, modify, test, and maintain AIMS COBOL applications and supporting components.
• Perform programming and coding changes for modernization, maintenance, and legislative updates.
• Gather and analyze business and technical requirements from IRS stakeholders and business units.
• Develop Functional Specification Plans (FSPs), technical documentation, and testing artifacts.
• Execute code reviews, debugging, troubleshooting, and defect resolution activities.
• Support database updates, batch processing changes, and system integration tasks.
• Develop and execute Unit, ISAT, Regression, FIT, SAT, ESAT, and DSIT test plans.
• Support release preparation activities and deployment coordination using CMPlus.
• Participate in production support, incident management, and root cause analysis efforts.
• Support Operations & Maintenance (O&M) tasks and ongoing system enhancements.
• Collaborate with integrated project teams, architects, analysts, and IRS technical staff.
• Participate in knowledge transfer and assisted development activities with IRS personnel.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
• 5+ years of software development experience in enterprise environments.
• Strong hands‑on experience with:
  • UNISYS COBOL
  • Executive Control Language (ECL)
  • Mainframe development environments
  • Batch processing systems
• Experience with:
  • CMPlus
  • IPF
  • DMS
  • FILECRACKER
  • DOCIT
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Experience creating technical documentation and test plans.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within government project teams.

Important Notice

This role is part of a proposal for Internal Revenue Services. Hiring is contingent upon the selection of the consultant. Selected candidates will be included in the proposal and must authorize the use of their resume for submission.