COBOL Developer, Sr.

at Fiserv, Inc.
Published May 30, 2023
Location Omaha, NE
Category Default  
Job Type Full-time  

Description

Calling all innovators - find your future at Fiserv.We're Fiserv, a global leader in Fintech and payments, and we move money and information in a way that moves the world. We connect financial institutions, corporations, merchants, and consumers to one another millions of times a day - quickly, reliably, and securely. Any time you swipe your credit card, pay through a mobile app, or withdraw money from the bank, we're involved. If you want to make an impact on a global scale, come make a difference at Fiserv.Job TitleCOBOL Developer, Sr.Job PurposeAs a COBOL Developer, Sr. you can look forward to:Designing and coding: Developing COBOL programs based on specifications provided by business analysts. This involves writing efficient, scalable, and maintainable code.Testing and debugging: Conducting thorough testing of COBOL programs to ensure they function correctly and meet the specified requirements. Identifying and resolving any issues or bugs that arise during testing.Maintenance and enhancements: Providing ongoing maintenance and support for existing COBOL applications. This includes analyzing and resolving production issues, implementing enhancements and modifications, and ensuring the overall stability and performance of the applications.Collaboration: Collaborating with other members of the development team, such as database administrators and system analysts, to integrate COBOL applications with other systems and databases. Working closely with business analysts and end-users to gather requirements and provide technical guidance.Documentation: Documenting all development activities, including program specifications, coding changes, and testing results. Ensuring that code is well-documented and easy to understand for future maintenance and enhancement purposes.Adherence to standards: Following coding standards, best practices, and industry guidelines to ensure high-quality code and maintainable applications. Adhering to security and compliance standards in application development.Troubleshooting and support: Assisting in troubleshooting and resolving issues reported by end-users or the support team. Providing technical support and guidance to resolve problems related to COBOL applications.What you will need to have:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent experience.6+ years of software development engineering experience.Working knowledge in a Linux operating environment - proficient with COBOL, MF COBOL, NET COBOL, VSAM, DB2 and working with Microsoft and Linux tools environment.Knowledge of the following: File Transmission (FTP/NDM) and batch processingApplication Production Support - ability to provide 24x7 support for up to a week at a time.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Experience in technical design writing and documentation.Work independently and collaborate in team design sessionStrong unit testing skillsThis role is not eligible to be performed in Colorado, California, New York or Washington.Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.Thank you for considering employment with Fiserv. Please:Apply using your legal nameComplete the step-by-step profile and attach your resume (either is acceptable, both are preferable).What you should know about us:Fiserv is a global fintech leader with 40,000-plus (and growing) associates proudly serving clients in more than 100 countries. As a FORTUNE 500 company, one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, and a top scorer on Bloomberg's Gender-Equality Index, we are committed to excellence and purposeful innovation.Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:Fiserv is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce that reflects our world. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.Warning about fake job posts:Please be aware of fraudulent job postings that are not affiliated with Fiserv. Fraudulent job postings may be used by cyber criminals to target your personally identifiable information and/or to steal money or financial information.Any communications from a Fiserv representative will come from a legitimate business email address. We will not hire through text message, social media, or email alone, and any interviews will be conducted in person or through a secure video call. We won't ask you for sensitive information nor will we ask you to pay anything during the hiring process. 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