Mainframe COBOL Developer IV

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina•Columbia, SC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for the analysis, design, programming, and implementation of complex application tasks and projects, while driving innovative solutions that enhance system capabilities and efficiency. Devise feasible, logical procedures to resolve business problems through the effective use of technology, applying creative and forward-thinking approaches. Formulate scope and objectives through research to develop or modify complex systems, review detailed specifications, and recommend improvements. Design, code, test, and debug complex application programs while continuously identifying opportunities to modernize tools, processes, and practices.

Requirements

Bachelors in a job-related field Or an additional 4 years job related work experience Or Associate's plus an additional 2 years job related work experience
6 years of application development, systems testing or other job-related experience.
Comprehensive understanding of applications/development, quality assurance and integration methodologies, concepts and facilities in a mainframe, midrange, web, and/or PC/LAN environment.
Demonstrates a high level of technical proficiency in the areas of programming languages, platform capabilities, and methods of systems analysis and program design.
Excellent analysis, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrates logical abstract thinking and assimilating/adhering to project goals and deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Able to work well under pressure and as part of a team.
Strong knowledge of interpersonal skills/team building.
Familiar with project management concepts.
Ability to assess requirements, alternatives, and risks/benefits for low- to high-impact projects.
Pays attention to detail.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients, vendors etc.
In-depth understanding of organizational functions, behavior, and inter-relationships.
Comprehensive knowledge of relevant operating systems, programming languages, and development tools and their usage in the company.

Nice To Haves

Cobol or Host experience
Ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement
Financial experience

Responsibilities

Produce deliverables related to the assigned project.
Perform analysis, design, programming, and implementation of systems and procedures to solve complex business or scientific problems.
Evaluate interrelationships in immediate programming area to determine how changes in one program will affect another related area.
Apply conversions and enhancements to business systems.
May lead or provide expertise on assigned projects.
Work closely with customers, business analysts, and team members to understand business requirements that drive the analysis and design of quality technical solutions.
Ensure solutions are aligned with business and IT strategies and comply with the organization’s architectural standards.
Assist in post-implementation support and system enhancements.
Test modified programs, create necessary test files and data, verify logic, debug, and write relevant documentation.
Design and develop IT systems.
Devise new sources of data and develop new approaches and techniques.
Involved in the full systems life cycle and is responsible for designing, coding, testing, implementing, maintaining and supporting complex application software that is delivered on time and within budget.
Provide guidance to lower-level programmers/analysts.
Act as an internal consultant by providing technical guidance on complex projects.
Determine and resolve problems with other systems analysts, programmers, and systems users.
Test designed programs, verify logic, perform any necessary "debugging," and write the documentation.