Software Engineer - Mainframe/COBOL

Regions Financial Corporation; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 128,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Regions Financial Corporation in Hoover, Alabama is seeking a Software Engineer to oversee development, modification, and maintenance of applications within Regions' Technology department. This role focuses on COBOL-based mainframe applications, DB2 databases, and batch processing with JCL.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field and at least seven years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
• Seven years of experience in a related role.
• Experience with COBOL-based mainframe applications is required.
• Familiarity with DB2 databases and JCL is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees development and installation of new hardware and software.
• Provides recommendations to management on processes and techniques.
• Tests installed software for malfunction detection.
• Identifies and resolves business systems issues.
• Designs and deploys new applications and enhancements.
• Monitors and tests system performance.
• Ensures compliance with risk management and cybersecurity practices.
• May act as a procedural expert.

Skills

COBOL Mainframe

DB2

JCL

Payments processing

Regulatory compliance

System analysis

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

COBOL

Mainframe

Job description

Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can build a career --- a place to expect more opportunities. If you are focused on results, dedicated to quality, strength and integrity, and possess the drive to succeed, then we are your employer of choice.

At Regions, the Software Engineer oversees application development, modification, and maintenance of applications. This position monitors system applications, ensures systems run smoothly, and creates reports and other documentation outlining findings/solutions. This position sits within Regions' Technology department.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversees development and installation of new hardware and software
• Provides advice and recommendations to management on processes and techniques required for improved work operations
• Installs and configures systems and other software
• Tests installed software for malfunction detection
• Identifies and resolves business systems issues
• Designs and deploys new applications and enhancements to existing applications, software, and operation systems
• Measures effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems
• Develops and implements strategies to improve systems
• Monitors and tests system performance
• Oversees the training of junior engineers to improve job skills and work efficiency
• Maintains full ownership of a process typically
• Ensures compliance with risk management programs, rules and regulations, and cybersecurity practices; identifies opportunities for and supports process improvements; applies disciplined change management practices
• May act as a procedural expert

This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field
• Seven(7) years ofexperience

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to collaborate with programmers, developers, and other technology professionals to achieve a common objective
• Ability to conduct system analysis to detect issues with performance
• Ability to develop and implement technology solutions to resolve technical challenges
• Ability to interpret and ensure compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and industry guidance
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Knowledge of software testing techniques, code optimization and software debugging
• Strong communication, analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong executional capabilities
• Thorough understanding of software structures, hardware, computing systems and how to integrate them

Additional Job Requirements

• Develop, enhance, and maintain COBOL-based Mainframe applications utilizing DB2 databases.
• Create and support JCL jobs, ensuring reliable batch processing and system performance.
• Analyze, design, and support ACH payment processing solutions, with a strong understanding of NACHA file specifications and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with business and technical teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement system enhancements.
• Previous experience in payments, banking, or financial services environments is preferred.

This position is intended to be onsite, now or in the near future. Associates will have regular work hours, including full days in the office three or more days a week.The manager will set the work schedule for this position, including in-office expectations.Regions will not provide relocation assistance for this position, and relocation would be at your expense. This position must bewithin a reasonable driving distance to Birmingham, AL, Charlotte, NC or Atlanta, GA.

Regions will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position at this time. Applicants for this position must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Compensation Details

Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job.

The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.

Job Range Target:

Minimum:

$127,767.75 USD

50th Percentile:

$168,210.00 USD

Incentive Pay Plans:

Opportunity to participate in the Long Term Incentive Plan.

Location:

Hoover, Alabama

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans