Hogan Developer

Overview

We are at Synechron, a global consulting firm delivering industry-leading digital solutions. Our capabilities span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & Dev Ops, Data, and Software Engineering, serving financial services and technology firms. Through Fin Labs we develop modernization solutions, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models and mobile-first applications. With 60 offices in 20 countries and a global workforce of over 16,400, we are recognized for our commitment to our talented teams.

We are seeking a highly experienced Hogan Developer with a strong background in Cobol and Hogan to join our innovative team. The ideal candidate will have 9+ years of software development experience, with a proven track record of designing and implementing complex applications in the Mainframe Cobol, Hogan tech stack.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of Mainframe-based applications with strong Cobol and Hogan skills.
• Design, develop, and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL, JCL, and DB2.
• Collaborate with developers and QA to integrate with project teams for design and development of applications.
• Architect and implement scalable application development aligned with business requirements.
• Ensure performance, security, and reliability of applications throughout their lifecycle.
• Conduct code reviews, providing constructive feedback and mentorship to junior developers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 9 years of proven experience as a Mainframe Developer with a strong portfolio of successful projects.
• Extensive experience with COBOL, JCL, DB2, and other mainframe technologies; responsible for stability, performance, and scalability of legacy systems.
• Split-time role: development of new functionality and support for ICS testing environments; production support for jobs running in IT, UAT, and AAE.
• Expertise with RPG
  400, RPG III, COBOL, or SYNON in AS/400 environments, or COBOL/C in mid-range platforms such as DEC VAX or HP3000 (AS/400 Programmer, VAX Programmer, HP Programmer).
• Full life cycle development with emphasis on business applications, supporting existing applications, and implementing changes as business needs evolve.
• Well-versed in Dev Ops practices for mainframe CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their services.
• Experience with database design and management.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues and performance problems.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality.
• Strong communication, leadership, and mentorship abilities.

Preferred, but not required:

• Experience with learning frameworks and AI best practices.
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 60 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5,000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Fin Labs and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting-edge projects with tier-one banks, financial institutions, and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization with a global, diverse culture.

Diversity & Inclusion statement:
Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture. Synechron is an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. Our DEI initiative ‘Same Difference’ fosters an inclusive culture, promoting equality, diversity, and respect for all. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Employment decisions are made based on business needs and individual qualifications, without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, religion, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

We support flexible work arrangements and opportunities for mentoring, internal mobility, learning, and development.

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