Mainframe Programmer/Developer

Interview Type: Either Web Cam or In Person

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Engagement Type: Contract

NOTE: Applications with resumes in PDF Format will be automatically rejected. Only Word format resumes will be considered.

Short Description:

Under general supervision, designs, codes, tests, modifies and debugs computer software. Analyzes, researches, and resolves problems. Develops program documentation.

Complete Description:

Candidate MUST be local to Metro Atlanta

Onsite REQUIRED

Job Description:

GDOL is looking for a skilled and experienced COBOL Mainframe Programmer/Developer. This role involves translating business requirements into robust programming solutions, maintaining and enhancing custom software, and providing production support. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the COBOL programming language, and JCL on IBM/DELL mainframe operating systems. This is a consulting position offering a challenging opportunity to contribute to critical projects and enhance your technical skills in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Translate analysis and design documents, as well as specifications, into well-structured programs.

2.* Maintain and enhance custom developed software by modifying and testing user data entry screens, batch processing, reports, queries, and menus.

3.* Conduct thorough reviews of existing code, data, and business processes to support non-database functions.

4.* Execute test program changes, update test files, run tests, review results, and ensure the correctness of program changes based on provided requirements.

5.* Identify and correct data errors through application logic and develop data analysis/summary reports utilizing IBM and Microsoft tools.

6.* Assist with the conversion from COBOL application to web-based application.

7.* Prepare both program-level and user-level documentation to support the software development lifecycle.

8.* Enhance software to reduce operating time or improve efficiency, following organization guidelines and procedures for code management and deployment.

Required Experience/Skills:

1.* Minimum of 5 years' experience in COBOL development on Mainframe, JCL development and maintenance

2.* Proven experience with COBOL, DB2 , JCL, Control-M

3.* Solid understanding of the full software development life cycle, including design, development, integration testing, and deployment.

4.* Ability to troubleshoot, test, and debug computer software to produce required outcomes.

5.* Strong analytical skills to support non-database functions, correct data errors, and develop data analysis/summary reports.

6.* Experience in preparing comprehensive documentation for both program-level and user-level.

7.* Excellent communication skills to obtain user sign-off on all changes prior to moving to production.

8.* Capability to follow organization guidelines and procedures for checking out source code, migrating changes, etc.

9.* Commitment to enhancing software for improved efficiency and reduced operating time.

Java programing knowledge

2. AWS hands on experience

3. Postgres DB experience

4. Kofax