Cobol Developer

Job Description:

• Provide development and testing of software applications on an enterprise server platform.
• Work in the analysis of existing code and documenting code with a view to modernize the Federal Client.
• Create, update, unit test, and maintain IBM COBOL programs.
• Update documentation such as Functional Specification Packages (FSPs) or Program Requirements Packages (PRPs) and/or Visio diagrams, and/or spreadsheets as needed.
• Track requirements and create/execute unit test cases.
• Write, analyze, review and/or provide comments on documentation such as Unified Work Requests (UWR), UWR responses and Internal Revenue Manuals (IRM), Interface Control Documents (ICD) Computer Operator Handbooks (COH).
• Rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, tax processing subject matter expertise, and symbolic logic.
• Perform or direct the revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.
• Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes.
• Perform systems analysis and programming tasks to maintain and control the use of computer systems software.
• Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded instructions so others can understand the program.
• Prepare detailed workflow charts and diagrams that describe input, output, and logical operation, and convert them into a series of instructions coded in a computer language.
• Consult with and assist testers in the development, SAT and FIT environments.
• Lead the development of software solutions that will meet or exceed business requirements; the development effort includes designing and implementing modules to the system specifications, conducting unit testing, troubleshooting issues, and producing detailed proposals to resolve issues.
• May evaluate new coding techniques, tools, modules, and implementation as appropriate.
• Lead and mentor entry and mid-level developers.
• Consult on requirements elicitation and definition.
• Code reviews, unit test, and integrate coded modules.
• Assist other developers in resolving issues by providing guidance and training.
• Support testing and remediate defects.
• Support users through troubleshooting and analysis of production logs and data.
• Investigate new solutions, tools, products, and techniques to incorporate into coding standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required; an additional four (4) years of related work experience can substitute for a degree.
• At least five (5) years of relevant experience required.
• At least four (4) years of experience with IBM COBOL programming language.
• Experience with DB2 and IBM DB2 utilities.
• Experience with CICS.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated success in client support.
• Ability to interface with all levels of management.
• Ability to perform complex tasks with minimal supervision and guidance.
• Excellent time management, scheduling and organizational skills.
• Ability to work well independently or in a team setting.
• Candidate must be willing to participate in person client meetings in the DMV Metro Area. No Exceptions.
• Candidates must meet requirements to obtain and maintain an IRS Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) clearance (active IRS Moderate Risk MBI is a plus)
• Candidates must be a US Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident with U.S. Work authorization (Green Card status) for 3 years and be Federal Tax compliant.