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Job Title: Sr. COBOL Developer (W2 role with Banking Client exp)
Location: Columbus, OH / Lincoln, NE
Must have: Banking Client exp
Exp: 9
About the Role
We are seeking experienced Sr. Software Developers (COBOL Developers) to join our Software Engineering team. In this role, you will serve as a technical leader, contributing to the design, development, and testing of mainframe-based software solutions that support our Bank Solutions product suite.
You’ll collaborate in an Agile environment, tackling complex business challenges and delivering scalable, high-performance solutions that enhance client and customer experiences. This position provides the opportunity to work on a wide range of exciting projects and contribute to evolving our software architecture and development standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and implement mainframe and COBOL-based applications supporting critical banking solutions.
- Serve as a technical expert, assisting with architectural design and defining technical and functional standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams to deliver software enhancements and new functionality.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to scalability, performance, reliability, usability, and security.
- Support continuous improvement by applying Agile, DevOps, and Test-Driven Development (TDD) principles.
- Utilize source management tools such as GIT for version control and code collaboration.
- Contribute to software design patterns, data modeling, and ensure compliance with SOLID principles.
- Participate in code reviews and ensure high-quality deliverables aligned with organizational standards.
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior developers.
Basic Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in computer Programming or related field (Bachelor’s in IT or related discipline preferred).
- 9 years of relevant experience in application development, preferably within financial or banking systems.
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Hands-on experience with iSeries, Unisys, or other mainframe environments.
- Strong proficiency in COBOL programming; experience with C language is a plus.
- Familiarity with source code management tools (e.g., GIT).
- Working knowledge of Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
- Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) and automated testing tools such as UFT, Postman, and Selenium.
- Strong understanding of software design patterns, data modeling, and system architecture.
- Proven ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.
- Demonstrated leadership and the ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative team.
- Prior experience in the financial industry is highly desirable.
