Cobol Developer

Arthur Grand is an IT services firm specializing in Digital Transformation initiatives for Federal, Commercial, State & local customers. Since 2012, Arthur Grand has been successfully supporting and delivering IT services to our customers in the areas of enterprise modernization and transformation with a core focus on emerging technologies including Cloud Solutions (AWS, Azure), Agile Development, Custom Programming, Full Stack Development, DevOps, DevSecOps, CI/CD, Web Development, Mobile APP Development, Data Visualization, Data Warehousing, Financial/ERP System Implementation and Infrastructure Management. Arthur Grand's culture of delivery excellence, combined with a commitment to bring the best talent to provide services, has earned our company an unparalleled reputation for delivering transformative results.

Arthur Grand Technologies is currently seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Cobol Developer

- Long Term Contract – Remote for one of our clients.

Position: Senior Cobol Developer

Remote

Long Term Contract

Clearance: Active IRS MBI

Analysis:

• Review and analyze the application planning, design, testing, and other related CLIENT
• and project related documentation related to the provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act. 
• Review the coding with respect to the following conditions:
• Analyze and update the program documentation affected as per the requirements outlined in the Inflation Reduction Act appropriation package.
• Analyze and update listed DS programs, for changes and/or associated TPOC Write-up(s).
• Review all other program documentation to ensure compliance with CLIENT guidelines, standards, and program specifications.
• Research and provide appropriate maintenance response to any problems with the listed program components that arise while running in the production environment.
• Update documentation such as Functional Specification Packages (FSPs) or Program Requirements Packages (PRPs) and/or Visio diagrams, and/or spreadsheets as needed
• Track requirements and create/execute unit test cases 
• Write, analyze, review and/or provide comments on documentation such as Unified Work Requests (UWR), UWR responses and Internal Revenue Manuals (IRM), Interface Control Documents (ICD) Computer Operator Handbooks (COH)

Programming:

• Create, update, unit test, and maintain IBM COBOL programs
• Rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagrams, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, tax processing subject matter expertise, and symbolic logic.
• Perform or direct the revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements
• Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes
• Perform systems analysis and programming tasks to maintain and control the use of computer systems software
• Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded instructions so others can understand the program
• Refactor and reengineer COBOL code as necessary
• Prepare detailed workflow charts and diagrams that describe input, output, and logical operation, and convert them into a series of instructions coded in a computer language
• Consult with and assist testers in the development, SAT and FIT environments

DESIRED OUTCOMES:

• Timely and accurately deliver program code changes based on documented release work request and break/fix problems.
• Timely and accurately process daily transmittals including management approval and transmittal execution. 
• Functional requirements are interpreted throughout the project and technical guidance is provided during the life cycle. 
• When applicable, supports modernization and transformation efforts toward DevOps and agile software engineering by converting Legacy programs to an object-oriented program (such as JAVA)
• Provide independent testing to improve code quality thus reducing/ minimizing defects leaked into production.
• CLIENT identified staff receives the knowledge needed to maintain current Systems Programs.
• Develop and document responses to audit inquires that are technically accurate, clear, and effectively communicate the DS Branch position.
• Implement change management discipline that includes standardized methods and procedures maximizing resources and provide quality products.
• Provide requirement management support that promotes the creation of requirements and accurately reflects the business needs, thus reducing rework later in the development cycle.
• Leverage an Agile framework that minimizes impact to the current environment while ensuring that incremental improvements are implemented.

Project Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required; an additional four (4) years of related work experience can substitute for a degree
• At least five (5) years of relevant experience required
• At least four (4) years of experience with IBM COBOL programming language
• Experience with DB2 and IBM DB2 utilities
• Experience with CICS
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated success in client support
• Preferred qualifications and experience include Experience with CLIENT processing systems; experience with SQL, JCL, Batch processing.

Arthur Grand Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer (including disability/vets)

About Arthur Grand Technologies:

Arthur Grand Technologies is a leading provider of staffing and technology consulting services. Our company is managed by a team of professionals who have worked for big 5 consulting firms for 20+ years. We are a minority-owned staff augmentation and technology consulting company.

At Arthur Grand Technologies, we value our employees & contractors and strive to provide them with challenging, interesting work, market-relevant benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. If you have the necessary qualifications, and are excited to join a dynamic team.

Thank you for considering Arthur Grand Technologies. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Best regards,

Richard Tucker

Arthur Grand Technologies Inc

Arthur Grand Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer (including disability/vets)

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.