COBOL / DB2 Application developer

• Perform COBOL / DB2 programming and support for LINK batch applications.
• Provide analysis/requirements to integrate applications.
• Work on all phases of SDLC and create/maintain required technical documentation.
• Assist in the preparation of Quality Assurance planning related to LINK batch processes.
• Assist to develop strategies for data acquisitions, archive recovery, integration and implementation enterprise services.
• Assist in migration and integration of data and processes from legacy systems to new applications and new technologies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver business and technical value.
• Must be very organized, pro-active and self-directed. Must be able to perform with minimal supervision.
• Must have very strong abstract thinking and problem solving skills.
• Must have very good verbal and written communication skills.
• Work with the Application Development Manager to establish goals and code reviews while meeting requirements of projects.
• Work with management to supply input for key design and architecture decisions, as well as work estimation and resource planning.
• Provide guidance and training to team members.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience in developing and maintaining COBOL / DB2 batch applications.
• Command level TSO, ISPF, JCL and other utilities (i.e IDCAMS, IEBGENER).
• Proficient in writing SQL to develop test data and reports for QA and project related tasks.
• Ability to work with reports using SYNCSORT and performing data analysis.
• Experience in Production Support. Able to resolve abends using IBM Debugger tool.
• Experience with code control/version using Panvalet.
• Responsible for technical analysis and design, code and testing coordination.
• Gather and document system requirements.
• Ensures that projects are completed according to business requirements and are properly documented.