Cobol Developer

at Talent Software Services, Inc
Published May 14, 2022
Location Chattanooga, TN
Category Default  
Job Type Full-time  

Description

Cobol Developer Job Summary Talent Software Services is in search of a Cobol Developer for a contract position in Chattanooga, TN. The opportunity will be three months with a strong chance for a long-term extension. Primary ResponsibilitiesAccountabilities Formulates and defines system scope and objectives through research and fact-finding to design, develop, modify, or integrate complex information systems. Devises or modifies application systems and procedures to optimize functional requirements including capacity, operating time, response time, and form of desired results. Designs, codes, tests, debugs, and documents programs, subroutines, and scripts. May serve one or more project team roles, such as project lead, business systems analyst, or technical lead, for small to medium efforts or manage phases of medium to large efforts. Maintains technical skill set for software languages, databases, platforms, operating systems, utilities and networks needed to support work assignments. Responds to system failures and performance events by taking appropriate measures to reduce system downtime and eliminate recurrence of problems. Regularly provides guidance and training to less-experienced analystsprogrammers. Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree in Business, Computer Science or equivalent work experience required. Equivalent years of experience are determined as one year of technical experience for every year of college requested. Experience 1 year - Experience with information technology concepts, application development methodology, terminology, and standards required 3 years - Systems and programming experience required 1 year - Expert working knowledge of at least one programming language (COBOL). SkillsCertifications Proven skill with information technology mainframe is required Proven analysis, design, and coding skills, and demonstrated success in leading large and complex projects Demonstrated ability to interpret and translate technical andor or complex concepts into information meaningful to project team members andor business personnel. Be organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple tasks with exceptional work ethic. Leadership skills Must be able to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical co-workers General Mainframe Cobol UnderstandingTechnical Skills Basic Financial Processes UnderstandingKnowledge If this job is a match for your background, we would be honored to receive your application! Providing consulting opportunities to TALENTed people since 1987, we offer a host of opportunities including contract, contract to hire and permanent placement. Let's talk!