- Develop, maintain, and enhance COBOL programs and applications in a mainframe environment.
- Write and maintain JCL (Job Control Language) for batch processing and job scheduling.
- Design, implement, and optimize DB2 and IMS databases, including data modeling, SQL queries, and stored procedures.
- Work with MQ (Message Queues) for interprocess communication and data exchange between mainframe and other systems.
- Utilize SYNCSORT for data manipulation, sorting, and reporting tasks.
- Collaborate with business analysts, QA engineers, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and define technical specifications.
- Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging activities to ensure the quality and reliability of COBOL applications.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues in production systems, providing timely resolutions to minimize downtime.
- Adhere to Agile practices and methodologies for project planning, execution, and delivery.
- Document technical specifications, processes, and procedures for future reference and knowledge sharing.
- Proficiency in COBOL programming language with handson experience in developing and maintaining COBOLbased applications.
- Strong understanding of mainframe technologies, including JCL, DB2, IMS, and MQ.
- Experience writing and optimizing SQL queries and stored procedures for DB2 databases.
- Familiarity with SYNCSORT for data manipulation and sorting tasks on the mainframe.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with crossfunctional teams.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Previous experience in financial services or banking industry, working with mainframe systems.
- Certification in COBOL programming or mainframe technologies.
- Familiarity with modernization efforts such as refactoring legacy COBOL code or migrating to newer platforms.
- Knowledge of version control systems like Git for managing code changes and collaboration.
- Experience with automated testing frameworks and continuous integration tools for mainframe environments.
Cobol Engineer - Noida/Gurgaon/Gurugram/Bangalore/INDORE, India - Forward eye technologies
Description
Role :
COBOL Engineer
Job Description :
We are seeking a skilled COBOL Engineer with expertise in mainframe technologies such as JCL (Job Control Language), COBOL programming, DB2, IMS, stored procedures, MQ (Message Queues), SYNCSORT, and familiarity with Agile methodologies.
As a COBOL Engineer, you will play a critical role in developing, maintaining, and enhancing COBOL-based applications and systems, primarily in the mainframe environment.
You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the reliability, performance, and scalability of our mainframe systems while adhering to Agile principles for efficient project management.
Responsibilities :
Requirements :
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues in a mainframe environment.
Preferred Qualifications :
If you have a passion for mainframe technology and possess the required skills and experience, we welcome you to join our team and contribute to maintaining and modernizing our COBOL-based systems to meet the evolving needs of our organization.