Mainframe/Cobol Developer

Client: health insurance industry
Job: Mainframe (Cobol) Developer
Location: hybrid in Columbia, SC
Job type: 1 year contract, open to extensions

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Mainframe Membership and Billing System coding, and troubleshooting.
• Responsible for analysis, design, programming, and implementation of the most complex applications tasks and projects.
• Devise feasible, logical procedures to resolve business problems through the use of computer resources.
• Formulate scope and objectives through research to develop or modify complex systems.
• Review detailed specifications and recommend modifications.
• Design, code, test and debug complex application programs

Required Experience/Technologies:

• Mainframe Development
• Cobol
• TSO
• JCL
• JHS
• NDVR
• Client

Soft Skills:

• Strong understanding of applications/development, quality assurance and integration methodologies, concepts and facilities in a mainframe, midrange, and/or PC/LAN environment.
• Strong analysis, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates logical abstract thinking and assimilating/adhering to project goals and deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Able to work well under pressure and as part of a team.
• Strong knowledge of interpersonal skills/team building.
• Familiar with project management concepts.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients, vendors etc.

Work Environment: Customer-focused, project-oriented programming environment. Fast paced, multi-platformed environment which may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer.

Team: Our Full-stack+ development team thrives in a hybrid work culture, combining the best of in-office collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. Developers work seamlessly across locations to maintain high productivity and communication. In-office days focus on brainstorming, and team-building, while remote days support deep focus and personal flexibility. This balanced environment fosters innovation, accountability, and strong team cohesion, ensuring we deliver scalable, high-quality solutions