COBOL Developer

4 weeks ago

Leesburg, United States Zenius Full time
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COBOL Developer (Remote)

Location: Remote

Job Type: Full-Time

Clearance Level: MBI (Minimum Background Investigation)

Experience: Minimum 5 Years

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced COBOL Developer with a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in COBOL programming and IBM mainframe environments. The ideal candidate will possess an MBI clearance and will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing COBOL applications to support our organization's mission-critical systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, test, and implement COBOL applications on IBM mainframe systems.
  • Analyze user requirements and translate them into efficient and effective technical solutions.
  • Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
  • Maintain and enhance existing COBOL applications to improve functionality and performance.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, project managers, and other developers, to deliver high-quality software solutions.
  • Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, user guides, and operational procedures.
  • Participate in system upgrades, migrations, and integration projects as needed.
  • Ensure compliance with security protocols and data protection regulations.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in COBOL programming.
  • Strong experience with IBM mainframe environments, including z/OS, CICS, JCL, and VSAM.
  • Proven ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues.
  • Excellent understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with Unisys COBOL.
  • Knowledge of database management systems, such as DB2.
  • Familiarity with modern software development tools and practices, including Agile methodologies.
  • Prior experience in a government or regulated industry environment.

Clearance Requirement:

  • Must possess an active MBI (Minimum Background Investigation) clearance.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Headquartered in Leesburg, Virginia, Zenius Corporation is a HUBZone-certified small business. Zenius specializes in providing Grants Management, IT Modernization, Acquisition Management, and Financial Management services to Federal agencies. Zenius is selected by Inc 5000 as one of the fastest-growing companies in the DC Metro Area award for two years in a row 2021 and 2020. Zenius is also listed by Financial Times as one of the fastest-growing companies in the Americas in 2021. Zenius is an awardee of 2019 Best of Leesburg winner (Business Management Consultant category). Learn more at.

BENEFITS

Zenius Corporation is a very employee-oriented company. Join us now and help us grow

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes paid holidays and paid time off, medical insurance including health, vision, dental insurance, 401K matching, Flexible Spending Account and flexible schedules, as per business needs. We also work with our employees on training and professional certification plans that benefit the employee.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Zenius Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Zenius complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Zenius Corporation expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.