Cobol Developer
About The Position
This Junior COBOL Developer role is a contract-to-hire opportunity based in Lansing, Michigan, in a hybrid work environment. The position contributes to the design, development, testing, analysis, and maintenance of mainframe software programs and applications, ensuring they meet business requirements and quality standards. The developer works with senior developers, architects, project leaders, business users, and other stakeholders to support and modernize COBOL-based systems. The role includes participating in code and design reviews, documenting programs and system changes, and analyzing, debugging, and troubleshooting application issues. The position primarily supports established enterprise systems using IBM mainframe technologies, including COBOL, JCL, and DB2. The work environment is described as structured and process-driven, with a focus on quality, reliability, continuous improvement, and work-life balance.
Requirements
- STEM background with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Bachelor's degree with a high GPA.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Hands-on experience or training with COBOL development in mainframe environments.
- Familiarity with IBM mainframe technologies and tools.
- Knowledge of JCL (Job Control Language) for managing mainframe batch processes.
- Understanding of DB2 or similar relational databases used in mainframe contexts.
- Ability to perform software development, testing, and quality assurance activities.
- Ability to debug and troubleshoot software issues in a structured and timely manner.
Nice To Haves
- Internship experience is preferred.
- Interest in building a long-term career in mainframe and COBOL development.
- Ability to learn and adapt to established coding standards and best practices in a legacy environment.
- Comfort working in a hybrid setup that balances on-site collaboration in Lansing, Michigan, with remote work.
- Organizational skills to manage documentation, track changes, and maintain accurate records of system updates.
- Collaborative mindset and willingness to participate in brainstorming and team-based problem solving.
- Exposure to integrating legacy systems with modern technologies and frameworks.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, analyze, and maintain COBOL software programs and applications on mainframe platforms.
- Assist with development, testing, and maintenance of COBOL applications to meet business and technical requirements.
- Work with senior developers to understand system architecture and design, and provide input on improvements and optimizations.
- Participate in code and design reviews, contributing to discussions about best practices and coding standards.
- Contribute to brainstorming sessions to identify technical solutions and enhancements for existing systems.
- Develop clear and accurate program and system documentation.
- Analyze, debug, and troubleshoot existing COBOL applications and resolve issues.
- Identify root causes of software errors and implement fixes to improve system stability and performance.
- Consult with users, architects, project leaders, and other stakeholders to understand issues, resolve problems, and suggest alternatives.
- Support integration of COBOL systems with modern technologies and frameworks in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Document resolutions, system changes, and process improvements.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits, subject to eligibility.
- Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage, subject to eligibility.
- 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available, subject to eligibility.
- Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employees and dependents, subject to eligibility.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage, subject to eligibility.
- Health Spending Account (HSA), subject to eligibility.
- Transportation benefits, subject to eligibility.
- Employee Assistance Program, subject to eligibility.
- Time off or leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave, subject to eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
