Compass COBOL Developer - Global Data Consultants

GDC IT Solutions is looking for a COBOL Developer in the Harrisburg, PA area. 

Position Overview:

The Developer is responsible for using approved programming languages, operating systems and source code to create, enhance, and maintain application solutions that meet the identified functional and non-functional business requirements.  

• Code/build application solutions  in a COBOL/DB2/CICS environment from specifications provided by Requirements Analysts and Application Integration Architect.
• Assist in migration and future support of current system in a cloud environment utilizing existing COBOL code.
• Develop and execute unit tests and functional test coverage for assigned coding changes to ensure code quality.
• Perform testing of application software modifications utilizing various programming platforms and productivity tools and review results for accuracy.
• Perform coding and testing in multiple systems and/or processes.
• Follow processes and procedures to ensure the quality of technical solutions.
• Lead and/or provide assistance with presentations in code reviews.
• Participate in broader technical reviews used to detect defects in requirements, design, code, test cases, or other project artifacts.
• Perform documentation of all code changes.
• Support Senior Developers in compiling detailed activity task management including recording work effort and providing estimates of time to complete tasks.
• Support Senior Developers in the design and development of proof of concept and prototype application environments.
• Develop and maintain code repositories according to established version management approaches and methods as defined.
• Follow code construction fundamentals for coding practices, guideline for use of data, control-related concepts, and error-detection practices
• Assist in identification and evaluation of risks; participate in mitigation and control activities.
• Provide rotating 24/7 on-call support in support of systems and applications in production.
• Perform production support activities including incident and problem management, code corrections, upgrades and patches.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent combination of experience and training considered.
• Experience with programming in a COBOL/DB2/CICS mainframe environment
• Working knowledge and understanding of DB2, SQL, JCL, CICS.
• Experience with IBM mainframe environment.
• Ability and willingness to learn. 
• Experience in an Agile/Scrum environment. 

What We Do:

Working for GDC means you will be at the forefront of the technological world. We are a full-service staffing and Information Technology service company striving to make a difference in our communities by finding, developing, and deploying solutions.

Why Work for GDC?

• Cutting Edge Technology and Innovation

• Career Growth Opportunities

• Employee-Centric Environment

• Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Holiday and Vacation

Equal Opportunity Workplace:

GDC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all diverse backgrounds to apply. Our goal as an organization is to empower our teams to achieve their personal best and foster their professional growth regardless of race, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, physical ability or disability, or veteran status.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification forms upon hire.

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