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COBOL Developer and Solution Architect

CredenceMcLean, Virginia, United States
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Requirements:5+ years of hands-on experience with COBOL in large, mission-critical systems. Strong background in mainframe or AS/400 environments, including JCL and DB2.Proven ability to comprehend and document complex business logic from legacy systems. Excellent communication skills and proficiency in collaborating with diverse teams.

About the job

At Credence, we are dedicated to empowering our clients in their mission-critical operations through innovative technology. We deliver state-of-the-art solutions, encompassing AI/ML, comprehensive enterprise modernization, and advanced intelligence capabilities, to prominent defense and health federal organizations. Through strong partnerships and trust, we enhance mission success for war-fighters and strive to secure a better future for our nation.

As a privately held entity consistently recognized as one of the best workplaces, we have proudly maintained our position on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies list for the past 12 years. Our philosophy of servant leadership drives us to prioritize the success of our clients, team members, and partners, resulting in collective achievements.

We are currently seeking a skilled Mid to Senior COBOL Developer and Solutions Architect to join our AI/ML team. This pivotal role involves bridging the gap between legacy COBOL systems and modern cloud-native architectures while working on-site in McLean, VA.

The ideal candidate will serve as a technical lead and translator, navigating through legacy codebases, modernization tools, and modern engineering teams to ensure accurate business logic extraction, successful code conversion, and validated operational outcomes.

Responsibilities:

Legacy System Analysis & Business Logic Extraction

  • Evaluate COBOL, JCL, and DB2 components of legacy systems to comprehend existing business processes and data flows.
  • Assist in reverse engineering efforts to extract and validate business rules, interfaces, and non-functional requirements.
  • Collaborate with Government Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and sustainers to ensure functional accuracy and alignment with mission objectives.

Modernization & Solution Architecture

  • Lead modernization initiatives utilizing AWS Transform, Reimagine, Kiro, and/or Blu Age as appropriate.
  • Facilitate the forward engineering of modernized services (Java, C#, or Node.js) based on extracted business logic.
  • Contribute to the development of cloud-native, microservices-based architectures in accordance with Department of War standards.

Integration, Testing & Validation

  • Support the generation and execution of automated test cases to validate converted code against legacy outputs.

User Acceptance Testing (UAT) & Documentation

  • Create clear technical documentation delineating legacy behaviors and modernized solutions.
  • Assist in knowledge transfer to Government personnel to minimize long-term dependency on scarce COBOL expertise.

About Credence

Credence is a leading provider of cutting-edge technology solutions, recognized for its commitment to customer success and innovation in the defense and health sectors. Our focus on servant leadership and collaborative partnerships ensures that we deliver impactful results for our clients.

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