Lead Product Engineer

Specd (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the banking sector is seeking a Lead Product Engineer for a 6-month rolling contract based in Johannesburg North or remote. The role requires strong technical skills in COBOL and production application support to ensure the reliability and evolution of banking systems. You will be responsible for troubleshooting, enhancing legacy applications, and collaborating with teams in a fast-paced environment, with standby duties on a rotational basis.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in Mainframe Cobol.
• Experience in application support roles preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide production support for COBOL applications.
• Analyze and troubleshoot system problems.
• Participate in root cause analysis.

Skills

Mainframe Cobol

TSO / ISPF

IMS & DB2

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ISPW

SNOW

Job description

We are currently seeking a Lead Product Engineer for one of our esteemed clients in the banking industry.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a 6-month rolling employment contract.Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in the banking sector!JOB DESCRIPTION : Job Title : Lead Product EngineerEmployment Type : 6 months Contract Work Location : Johannesburg North / RemoteJOB CONTEXT : We are seeking a Lead Product Engineer with deep experience in production application support for cheque processing and pricing platforms within a high-availability, financial services environment.

This is a critical leadership role combining strong technical skills with production oversight, stakeholder collaboration, and continuous improvement to ensure the stability, reliability, and evolution of core banking systems.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Provide production support for COBOL-based applications, including issue investigation and resolution.

Analyze and troubleshoot system problems, providing timely and efficient fixes.

Participate in root cause analysis and implement long-term solutions to recurring issues.

Enhance and maintain legacy COBOL applications to meet evolving business requirements.

Work collaboratively with QA, business analysts, and other developers to deliver robust solutions.

This position includes 24 / 7 standby responsibilities on a rotational basis.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS;

Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Previous experience in an application support role will be an advantage.

MANDATORY SKILLS REQUIRED :

Mainframe Cobol 5yrs+

TSO / ISPF

IMS & DB2

BENEFICIAL SKILLS : ISPW

SNOW

PACKAGE & REMUNERATION :

Compensation will be determined based on qualifications, applicable banking experience, and previous earnings.