Role: Cobol Developer with Microfocus experience

Location:
Noida, Gurgaon, Pune, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mumbai

Experience:
7+ years Immediate Joiners Only Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Micro Focus COBOL Developer to join our application development team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in developing, enhancing, and maintaining mission-critical business applications using Micro Focus COBOL, with specific expertise in COBOL 6.4. This role requires a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions.

Key Responsibilities
• Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain complex COBOL applications using Micro Focus COBOL 6.4.
• Analyze existing COBOL programs to identify areas for optimization, modernization, or defect resolution.
• Collaborate with business analysts, solution architects, and other developers to translate business requirements into technical specifications and deliver effective software solutions.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, deployment, and ongoing support.
• Conduct thorough unit testing, integration testing, and support user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production incidents and issues efficiently, providing timely support for critical systems.




• Perform code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards, best practices, and performance guidelines for COBOL 6.4.
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications, program flows, and operational procedures.
• Contribute to the ongoing evolution and modernization strategy for legacy COBOL systems, exploring opportunities for re-platforming or integration with newer technologies.
• Mentor junior developers and share knowledge within the team. Required Skills & Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in COBOL application development.
• Demonstrated expert-level proficiency in Micro Focus COBOL, specifically version 6.4.
• Extensive experience with Micro Focus development tools and environments, such as Micro Focus Visual COBOL, Enterprise Developer, and Enterprise Server.
• Solid understanding of relational databases and SQL, with experience in DB2, SQL Server, Oracle, or similar platforms.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git, SVN, or TFS.
• Solid analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

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