COBOL Developer

MERIDIAN COOPERATIVE INC•Atlanta, GA

6d•Remote

About The Position

Meridian Cooperative is looking for a skilled COBOL Developer to help support and evolve a mission-critical utility ERP platform running on Red Hat Linux and Oracle. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of legacy stability and modern development practices—enhancing a large-scale COBOL environment while collaborating closely with .NET teams on integrated solutions. In this role, you’ll work hands-on with Micro Focus Visual COBOL across multiple versions, compiling directly on Linux servers using custom scripts, and contributing within a SAFe Agile environment. If you enjoy solving complex problems, working across technologies, and being part of a collaborative, high-impact team, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in a critical enterprise system.

Requirements

Strong experience with COBOL (ANSI 85 / COBOL 2002) in enterprise environments
Hands-on experience with Micro Focus Visual COBOL (multiple versions, e.g., v6 and v9)
Experience compiling COBOL programs on Linux using custom scripts (non-IDE environment)
Experience with Rocket Software (post–Micro Focus acquisition) tools and support (preferred)
Background in batch processing, reporting, and file/spool output (preferred)
Experience with client-server architectures and enterprise ERP systems (preferred)
Familiarity with multi-module builds and version control discipline
Proficiency with Oracle ProCOBOL embedded SQL (EXEC SQL, SQLCA/ORACA, host variables, cursors)
Experience working with Oracle databases in a Linux environment
Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Ability to read, understand, and modify shell scripts
Experience working with copybooks, shared libraries, and structured build processes
Experience working in Agile/SAFe environments, including PI planning
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team
Strong communication skills for cross-team collaboration, especially with .NET teams

Responsibilities

Develop & Maintain
Maintain and enhance a large-scale COBOL codebase (batch and interactive programs)
Work directly with source files via shared file systems and compile on Linux servers using custom scripts
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production and development issues
Database & Integration
Develop and maintain embedded SQL using Oracle ProCOBOL
Write and optimize SQL statements (SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE, cursors)
Support integrations between COBOL systems and .NET applications, including interfaces and service interactions
Collaboration & Delivery
Participate in Agile ceremonies within a SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) environment, including Program Increment (PI) planning
Collaborate cross-functionally with .NET developers, QA, and business stakeholders
Contribute to design, development, testing, and documentation efforts across the SDLC
Environment & Tooling
Perform daily development on Red Hat Linux
Work with and modify shell scripts used for compilation, batch processing, and job execution
Manage dependencies including copybooks, libraries, and multi-module builds

Benefits

Outstanding Medical/Dental/Vision
Education/Training Reimbursement
On-Site Education Courses
Flexible Spending Account
Health/Wellness Reimbursement
Excellent Life and AD&D insurance
Paid Time Off: Eligible to begin accrual from date of hire; accrual amount based on years of service. Beginning accrual rate equivalent to 22 days per year. 9 holidays which include the day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Eve. Up to 240 hours of PTO can roll over to the following year.
Volunteer Time: 8 hours per year
Retirement: Robust 401K. Following one year of eligible service, the Company contributes in two ways: (1) match of 100% of each dollar you contribute on the first five percent (5%) of eligible compensation, and (2) Employer basic contribution of 4% of base salary (with increases in basic contribution percentage based on years of service). Employees are 100% vested in Company funded contributions from the date they enter the plan.

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