Cobol Programmer

at Cortech
Published April 3, 2021
Location Tempe, AZ
Category Default  
Job Type Full-time  Contractor  

Description

Job Description
The position is responsible for providing application development/support of SRP’s Customer Relationship System (PHOENIX) which is written in COBOL. There is development work from a project-based perspective that the successful candidate will be contributing to that will require them to work closely with other team members and PHOENIX clients to develop solutions to enhance existing business processes. Projects range from major to minor enhancements on existing systems, as well as new development.
Responsibilities
• Analyze, evaluate, test, debug, document, and implement complex software solutions in support of the PHOENIX Customer Relationship System
• Code and test solutions based upon the technical designs utilizing the methodologies, procedures, architectures and standards of the system and to be able to incorporate these into the construction process for the system
• Develop and maintain existing system documentation
• Support testing teams
• Ensure solutions provide system stability by following application standards and development/support methodologies
• Communicate status to client stakeholders, project managers, team leads, team members and management
• Provide after-hour technical support as needed
• Monitor program execution for expected performance and trouble shoot issues
• Use design and coding methods in specific programming languages to initiate or enhance program execution and functionality
Additional Information
• Strong COBOL, DB2, SQL, JCL knowledge are required
• Experience with HTML5, CICS, CICS Web Support, JavaScript, JQuery and MQSeries is helpful but not required
• Experience with mainframe tools: TSO, ISPF, File-Aid, $avers, BMC, Xpediter, SCLM is beneficial
• Knowledge or experience with mainframe and web development is beneficial
• Strong problem-solving skills are required
• Strong knowledge and experience in complex SQL and emphasis on performance tuning
• Ability to adapt to changing roles and changing priorities
• Must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, focus on customer service and the ability to work well independently or in teams
• Must demonstrate strong analytical and excellent communication skills
Position may require: COBOL, DB2, SQL, JCL, HTML5, CICS, CICS web support, JavaScript, JQuery, MQSeries, TSO, ISPF, File-Aid, $avers, BMC, Xpeditier, SCLM
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