Lead Engineer, HP NonStop COBOL Development

Raymond James; Saint Petersburg (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Raymond James in St. Petersburg, FL is seeking a Trading Systems developer to analyze business requirements, design technical solutions, and support Equity and Option Trading Systems.

The role involves coding, testing, and maintaining applications, leading projects, and collaborating with teams; it requires HP NonStop COBOL experience and offers a hybrid schedule with 2–3 in‑office days. This position is not eligible for Work Visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• More than five years of relevant development or engineering experience preferred.
• Experience in brokerage industry or back-office brokerage accounting is beneficial.
• Strong HP NonStop COBOL and data analysis skills required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze system requirements and program interactions.
• Develop new code or reuse existing code as recommended.
• Lead projects, coordinate efforts, and monitor performance.
• Stay current with new technologies and methodologies.
• Participate in system testing, validation, and documentation.
• Provide technical advice and assist in resolving programming problems.
• Write/review system specifications, including requirements and flow charts.
• Assist in project planning and review test results.
• Address problems to prevent rework and schedule slippage.

Skills

HP NonStop COBOL

SQL/MX

Pathway servers

HPNS/Tandem Guardian OS

Brokerage industry knowledge

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s: Computer and Information Science

Bachelor’s: Computer Engineering

High School

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Visio

SharePoint

Zoom

Teams

Job description

Job Description Summary

Note: This position follows our hybrid‑friendly schedule, so you get the best of both worlds – flexibility and collaboration. In‑office days will be 2–3 per week, averaging 10–12 days per month in our St Petersburg, FL Corporate Office. This role is not eligible for Work Visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future.

Job Description

As part of the Trading Systems technology development team, you will analyze business requirements, design technical solutions, and support our Equity and Option Trading Systems, along with back‑office trade posting. This role involves coding, testing, implementing, and maintaining application software, ensuring solutions are delivered on time and within budget. You will tackle complex problems, utilize analytical thinking, and provide recommendations based on data analysis and interpretation. We offer a collaborative environment where your contributions will have a direct impact on our trading systems. If you have a strong background in HP NonStop COBOL development and are looking to advance your career in a dynamic setting, we encourage you to apply.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyze system requirements and program interactions.
• Develop new code or reuse existing code as recommended.
• Lead projects, coordinate efforts, and monitor performance.
• Stay current with new technologies and methodologies.
• Participate in system testing, validation, and documentation.
• Provide technical advice and assist in resolving programming problems.
• Write/review system specifications, including requirements and flow charts.
• Assist in project planning and review test results.
• Address problems to prevent rework and schedule slippage.

Previous Experience

• More than five (5) years of relevant development or engineering experience is highly preferred.
• Experience in the brokerage industry or back‑office brokerage accounting is beneficial.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with HPNS COBOL85, SQL/MX, MP, Pathway servers, and HPNS/Tandem Guardian OS.
• Familiarity with brokerage and clearing business/industry preferred.
• Knowledge of New Accounts opening and account transfers processes a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Visio, SharePoint, and various collaboration tools (e.g., email, Zoom, Teams).
• Skilled in requirements gathering, project estimation, developing test plans, and release/change management.
• Ability to analyze data, communicate effectively, choose appropriate actions, and remain current with technical and professional skills.

Additional Information

• Flexibility to work non‑standard shifts, including nights/weekends, and on‑call responsibilities as needed.

Licenses/Certifications

• None required.

Education

Bachelor’s: Computer and Information Science, Bachelor’s: Computer Engineering, High School (HS) (Required)

Work Experience

General Experience – 3 to 6 years

Travel

Less than 25%

Workstyle

Hybrid

Benefits

The total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance; accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave. Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.

Company Values

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client‑first, integrity, independence, and a conservative, long‑term view.

We Expect Our Associates At All Levels To

• Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same.
• Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes.
• Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind.
• Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter.
• Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.