COBOL Developer

About the Role

This role supports the maintenance and ongoing development of the core our client() business systems for our client in South Carolina. The selected professional will work onsite in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment, partnering with business analysts and other developers to ensure critical vehicle and driver services remain reliable and secure. As a senior‑level contributor, you will have a direct impact on system stability, performance, and compliance with state regulations. The position offers a 12‑month contract with the possibility of extension, providing an excellent opportunity to apply deep mainframe expertise in a high‑visibility our client project.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain COBOL applications that support core transaction processing.
• Analyze functional requirements and translate them into technical specifications and efficient code.
• Perform batch job scheduling, monitoring, and troubleshooting using JCL and mainframe utilities.
• Collaborate with CICS and DB2 teams to integrate COBOL modules with transaction and database services.
• Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and mentor junior developers.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, ensuring high‑availability of critical services.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, including design specs and operational procedures.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and provide status updates to project stakeholders.
• Support system testing, including unit, integration, and user‑acceptance testing phases.
• Ensure compliance with security policies, background check requirements, and state‑specific regulations.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of professional experience developing and maintaining large‑scale COBOL applications on IBM mainframe environments.
• Strong proficiency in COBOL, JCL, CICS, and DB2, with hands‑on experience in batch and online processing.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex business requirements and deliver robust technical solutions.
• Experience with source control (e.g., Git, Endevor) and automated build tools.
• Solid understanding of or similar our client transaction systems is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Tools & Technologies

• COBOL (Enterprise COBOL for z/OS)
• IBM Mainframe (z/OS) operating system
• CICS transaction manager
• DB2 relational database
• JCL for batch job control
• TSO/ISPF for development and debugging
• Source control systems such as Git or Endevor
• Continuous integration tools (e.g., Jenkins) for build automation

Work Schedule & Duration

• Contract length: 12 months with potential for extension.
• Work arrangement: Fully onsite at the Blythewood location.
• Candidate must be a current resident of SC, NC, or GA and relocate to South Carolina at own expense at least five business days before start date for mandatory fingerprinting.

Interview Process

The interview process consists of two rounds of virtual interviews conducted via video conference. The first round typically covers technical competency and problem‑solving abilities, while the second round focuses on behavioral fit and project experience.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Contract
• Duration: Approximately 12 months (with potential for extension)
• Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States