COBOL Developer

Zensar•United States,

17h•$62,099 - $95,696

About The Position

Zensar is seeking a Mainframe / COBOL Consultant in the USA for a full-time position. The role involves designing, coding, testing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting application software delivered on time and within budget. The developer works with customers, business analysts, and team members to understand business requirements and create quality technical solutions aligned with business and IT strategies and architectural standards. The position focuses on mainframe development, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, and application support in Cardbase. It also encompasses application component integration across front-end, server-side, and database functions, as well as documentation, technical support, and administration. The role may involve vendor coordination and providing guidance to other technical professionals. Zensar describes a collaborative, people-oriented workplace that emphasizes employee growth, learning, well-being, and flexible work arrangements. The company offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits. Zensar is an equal opportunity employer and states that visa sponsorship may be available for qualified applicants in certain positions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information systems, or an equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience.
Mainframe development experience, including requirements analysis, design, and coding in Cardbase.
Programming experience and proficiency in COBOL and JCL.
Business knowledge of debit card payment processing and Cardbase.
Experience with the Scaled Agile Framework for Enterprises (SAFe).
Proficiency in COBOL, JCL, IMS DB/DC, CICS, VSAM, File-Aid or InSync, Xpediter, ENDEVOR, IMS, DB2, and MQ series.
Knowledge of multiple application development methodologies and proficiency in at least one application development methodology.
Knowledge of data networks, web security, mainframe development, and debugging tools.
Knowledge of project management.
Ability to share relevant technical or industry knowledge with others.
Ability to think critically and make sound, timely decisions amid ambiguity and uncertainty.
Ability to identify and correct basic coding errors, implement designs using project-specific tools, and manage and coordinate application testing.
Excellent customer service, verbal and written communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

Design, code, test, implement, maintain, and support application software, delivering work on time and within budget.
Work with customers, business analysts, and team members to understand requirements and develop quality technical solutions aligned with business and IT strategies and architectural standards.
Perform mainframe requirements analysis, design, and coding in Cardbase.
Provide written design documents, test plans, and test results.
Manage, develop, integrate, and implement application components, including front-end development, server-side development, and database integration.
Contribute directly to programming, maintenance, technical support, documentation, and administration of applications.
Establish and communicate standards to manage costs and ensure application continuity.
Work with outside vendors as needed to develop tests and verify feature functionality.
Suggest technical alternatives and improve or streamline processes and systems.
Complete project assignments and special projects consistent with job expectations.
Conduct planning, analysis, and forecasting activities for projects and tasks.
May provide leadership or guidance to other technical professionals.
Perform other related duties as assigned.