COBOL Developer

COBOL Developer

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Cobol Developer in Remote.

Position Title: Cobol Developer- Level 3

Location: Remote

Anticipated Start Date: 04-14-2025 Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 6+ Months (contract to hire position)

Job Type: (40+ HOURS WEEKLY], [CONTRACT], [REMOTE]

Job Description:

• Researches, designs, implements and manage software programs as well as testing and evaluating new programs. Resolves problems with software and responds to suggestions for improvements and enhancements. Writing and implementing efficient code. Develop quality assurance procedures and deploy software tools, processes and metrics. Works closely with other developers, UX designers, business and systems analysts. Acts as team leader on projects. Participates in development of software user manuals. Instructs, assigns, directs, and checks the work of other software developers on development team. Consults with engineering staff to evaluate software-hardware interfaces and develop specifications and performance requirements.
  

List of tasks to be performed:

• Analyze existing Mainframe COBOL, JCL, DB2, SQL, VSAM, CICS and FTP application objects documenting current processes ensuring the information is accurate and can be easily understood by the business owner so they can make decisions on modernizing that applications processes.
• Refresh the Mainframe SIT and CAT application environments with Production data when requested.
  
• Execute the Mainframe SIT and CAT batch processing cycles when requested.
  
• Resolve any Mainframe SIT and CAT batch processing errors that occur.
• Apply business requested requirements to the Mainframe application COBOL, JCL, DB2, SQL, VSAM, CICS and FTP objects when requested.
• Resolve all defects deemed critical for production before implementing.
• Will ensure the Technology Solutions Life Cycle (TSLC) process is being followed having the USPS Software Architect along with the USPS Business Owner(s) review and approve the SIT and CAT results before migrating into the Production environment.
• Strong implementation background and ability to solution complex business requirements.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum processes and management tools (preferably VersionOne) and IT Service Management Systems (preferably ServiceNow).
• Update configuration diagrams and other documentation.
• Utilize an iterative development methodology and attend Agile ceremonies for all work done under this contract. The methodology must allow users to examine the validity and accuracy of the business requirements and to respond to the usability and performance of any new deployments or installs.
• Show a high level of competence in the USPS operating environment.
• Acquires a thorough knowledge of the assigned systems and understands the USPS business processes that support it.
• Provides on-call and after hours support as required to support the production systems.
• As directed by the Software Architect, effectively and proactively work with customers/end users of application(s) to ensure needs are being met / managed in a positive manner.

Additional Required Skills/Experience:

• A minimum of eight (8) to twelve (12) years' relevant experience.
• A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is required. If the individual's degree is not in the applicable field then four additional years of related experience is required.o Typically performs all functional duties independently.
• Note: Special credentials (licenses and/or certifications) may be required at the Task Order level on a case-specific basis."

Additional Provisions:

• Provides on-call and after hours support as required to support the production systems.
• Pass both a client mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check and credit check.
• Once candidate's resume is approved and interview passed, the agency is responsible for providing drug screening. Failure to submit the drug screening results will delay the security clearance process.
• If a candidate is given an interim clearance, continuation of employment is then based on the candidate receiving a sensitive clearance.
• All candidates must be a US Citizen or have permanent residence status (Green Card).
• Candidate must have lived in the US for the past 5 years.
• Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)
• All overtime must be pre-approved in writing by the client manager or his/her designated representative.
• Agency will not be reimbursed for overtime charges without previous written authorization. Authorized overtime will be reimbursed at straight time.
• The enforced dress code is business casual, i.e. collared shirt with slacks for men, no skirts above the knee for women. Place and Period of Performance

Hours of support:
o The standard work week for contract staff will be 5 days a week and 8 hours per day preferable Monday through Friday.
o Contract staff may be required to travel to support business efforts.

Benefits:
BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

Keywords:
Cobol, Mainframe SIT and CAT

About BCforward:
Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.
BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.
BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

• Provides on-call and after hours support as required to support the production systems.

• The enforced dress code is business casual, i.e. collared shirt with slacks for men, no skirts above the knee for women. Place and Period of Performance

• The enforced dress code is business casual, i.e. collared shirt with slacks for men, no skirts above the knee for women. Place and Period of Performance

• The enforced dress code is business casual, i.e. collared shirt with slacks for men, no skirts above the knee for women. Place and Period of Performance

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 237204 when responding to this ad.

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