Job Description

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- This role will be open to COBOL Mainframe Developers who are based in Brisbane, Melbourne, Canberra and Adelaide.
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- Must have at least Baseline or Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) security clearance, NV2 preferred.
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- Must be an Australian Citizen
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As a Mainframe Software Developer specializing in COBOL, your role involves designing, coding, testing, and maintaining COBOL applications that power essential banking functions.

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You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of our mainframe systems.

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Responsibilities

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- Application Development and Enhancement:
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- Develop, enhance, and maintain COBOL-based applications that support core banking processes.
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- Collaborate closely with business analysts, system architects, and end-users to gather requirements and translate them into functional code.
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- Implement changes, enhancements, and bug fixes to existing COBOL programs.
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- System Integration and Interfaces:
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- Create and maintain interfaces between COBOL applications and other systems (e.g., databases, APIs).
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- Ensure seamless data flow across various banking modules.
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- Optimize data exchange for efficiency and accuracy.
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- Performance Optimization and Resilience:
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- Analyze COBOL code for performance bottlenecks.
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- Optimize program logic, database queries, and I/O operations.
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- Monitor system performance and address any issues promptly.
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- Contribute to disaster recovery planning and system resilience.
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- Documentation and Technical Specifications:
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- Maintain comprehensive technical documentation for COBOL programs.
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- Document program logic, data structures, and interfaces.
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- Create clear specifications for new features and enhancements.
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- Problem Resolution and Troubleshooting:
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- Investigate and resolve production issues related to COBOL applications.
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- Collaborate with support teams to troubleshoot incidents.
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- Apply root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
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- Code Reviews and Quality Assurance:
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- Participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards.
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- Conduct unit testing and verify program functionality.
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- Assist in system testing and user acceptance testing.
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Skills and Qualifications

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- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
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- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in COBOL development.
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- Exposure to mainframe environments (z/OS, CICS, JCL, DB2).
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- Must have knowledge or skills in one or more of the following: COBOL, JCL, ISPF, DB2, DB2 tools/utilities, SQL, CICS, SCLM, and Mainframe Debugger.
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- Familiarity with banking processes and financial systems.
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- Proficiency in COBOL programming.
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- Knowledge of relational databases (e.g., Sybase).
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- Strong problem-solving abilities.
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- Excellent communication (verbal and written) and teamwork skills.
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- Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
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Preferred Skills

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- Exposure to Hogan systems (if applicable).
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- Assembler skills will be an advantage.
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Seniority level

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- Mid-Senior level
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Employment type

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- Other
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Job function

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- Engineering and Information Technology
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Industries

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- IT Services and IT Consulting
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📌 Mainframe Software Developer (Victoria)
🏢 Nixil
📍 Victoria