COBOL Developer

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Role: Cobol Programmer
Location: Texas Remote
Contract: Longterm
Note: Looking for W2 candidates only.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
TDCJ is seeking an experienced COBOL Mainframe Developer with Micro Focus Enterprise experience for their team. This role is to work on modernizing legacy systems and migrating to a platform that requires proficiency in modern Integrated Development Environments (IDEs).
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Key Responsibilities:

• COBOL Development: Utilize your in-depth knowledge of COBOL programming on mainframes to maintain and enhance existing applications.
• Micro Focus Enterprise Experience: Leverage your expertise in Micro Focus Enterprise (formerly known as Micro Focus COBOL) to develop, debug, and optimize COBOL code.
• Modernization Projects: Lead and participate in initiatives aimed at modernizing legacy systems, including the migration to a platform that relies extensively on modern IDEs.
• IDE Proficiency: Demonstrate proficiency in modern Integrated Development Environments (IDEs), to develop, test, and debug COBOL applications.
• Workflow Adjustment: Be flexible and adaptable in adjusting workflows to meet evolving project needs and technology requirements.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including system analysts, business analysts, and quality assurance professionals, to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure code quality and perform unit testing to identify and resolve defects.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve technical issues, ensuring the stability and performance of applications.

• Proven experience as a COBOL Mainframe Developer with a strong focus on Micro Focus Enterprise.
• Proficiency in using modern IDEs for COBOL development.
• Experience with legacy system modernization and migration projects.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Micro Focus COBOL) is a plus.