Mainframe Software Developer

22 hours ago

Australia Nixil Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

Work options: Hybrid

  • This role will be open to COBOL Mainframe Developers who are based in Brisbane, Melbourne, Canberra and Adelaide.
  • Must have at least Baseline or Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) security clearance, NV2 preferred.
  • Must be an Australian Citizen

As a Mainframe Software Developer specializing in COBOL, your role involves designing, coding, testing, and maintaining COBOL applications that power essential banking functions.

You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of our mainframe systems.

Responsibilities

Application Development and Enhancement:

  • Develop, enhance, and maintain COBOL-based applications that support core banking processes.
  • Collaborate closely with business analysts, system architects, and end-users to gather requirements and translate them into functional code.
  • Implement changes, enhancements, and bug fixes to existing COBOL programs.

System Integration and Interfaces:

  • Create and maintain interfaces between COBOL applications and other systems (e.g., databases, APIs).
  • Ensure seamless data flow across various banking modules.
  • Optimize data exchange for efficiency and accuracy.

Performance Optimization and Resilience:

  • Analyze COBOL code for performance bottlenecks.
  • Optimize program logic, database queries, and I/O operations.
  • Monitor system performance and address any issues promptly.
  • Contribute to disaster recovery planning and system resilience.

Documentation and Technical Specifications:

  • Maintain comprehensive technical documentation for COBOL programs.
  • Document program logic, data structures, and interfaces.
  • Create clear specifications for new features and enhancements.

Problem Resolution and Troubleshooting:

  • Investigate and resolve production issues related to COBOL applications.
  • Collaborate with support teams to troubleshoot incidents.
  • Apply root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.

Code Reviews and Quality Assurance:

  • Participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards.
  • Conduct unit testing and verify program functionality.
  • Assist in system testing and user acceptance testing.

Skills and Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in COBOL development.
  • Exposure to mainframe environments (z/OS, CICS, JCL, DB2).
  • Must have knowledge or skills in one or more of the following: COBOL, JCL, ISPF, DB2, DB2 tools/utilities, SQL, CICS, SCLM, and Mainframe Debugger.
  • Familiarity with banking processes and financial systems.
  • Proficiency in COBOL programming.
  • Knowledge of relational databases (e.g., Sybase).
  • Strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent communication (verbal and written) and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Preferred Skills

  • Exposure to Hogan systems (if applicable).
  • Assembler skills will be an advantage.

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