What are the responsibilities and job description for the COBOL Developer position at SolutionIT, Inc.?
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Job Title
COBOL Developer|
Required Skills:
Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced COBOL Developer with a strong background in Linux/Unix environments to join our development team. This role involves working on legacy system modernization, integrations, and enhancements by applying industry-standard software development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in COBOL development, database interaction, and a working knowledge of APIs and C programming.
Candidates need to have:
6 years of professional experience in COBOL development in Linux environments.
Strong experience with relational databases (Oracle preferred).
Proficiency with Unix or Linux shell environments.
Understanding of SOAP/RESTful APIs and data interchange formats such as XML and JSON.
Working knowledge of C programming.
Ability to analyze, identify, and resolve complex business and technical problems.
Preferred Qualifications (Competitive Edge):
Experience with AWS or other cloud platforms is a plus.
Familiarity with software development methodologies such as Agile or DevOps practices.
Exposure to legacy modernization projects or large-scale enterprise systems.
Job Responsibilities:
Design, develop, test, and implement COBOL-based applications and system enhancements in a Linux/Unix environment.
Participate in the analysis and design of new features and system architecture improvements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement standard and custom IT solutions aligned with business needs.
Perform database interactions using relational databases, preferably Oracle.
Analyze and troubleshoot complex technical issues across applications and environments.
Integrate with SOAP or REST APIs using XML/JSON interchange formats.
Contribute to modernization efforts including cloud migration strategies (preferably AWS).
Maintain and update existing code written in C programming language when needed.
Participate in solution implementations, upgrades, enhancements, and conversions.
Utilize tools and processes to validate project scope, requirements, and deliverables..
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