Mainframe COBOL Developer IV

Position Purpose:

Responsible for the analysis, design, programming, and implementation of complex application tasks and projects, while driving innovative solutions that enhance system capabilities and efficiency. Devise feasible, logical procedures to resolve business problems through the effective use of technology, applying creative and forward-thinking approaches. Formulate scope and objectives through research to develop or modify complex systems, review detailed specifications, and recommend improvements. Design, code, test, and debug complex application programs while continuously identifying opportunities to modernize tools, processes, and practices.

Location: This position is a full-time hybrid (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday in a typical office environment. You will work an 8-hour shift scheduled during normal business hours. It may be necessary, given the business need to work occasional overtime. You may be required to travel between buildings. This role is located at 2401 Faraway Dr, Columbia, SC 29223

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future.

What You Will Do:

• Produce deliverables related to the assigned project. Perform analysis, design, programming, and implementation of systems and procedures to solve complex business or scientific problems. Evaluate interrelationships in immediate programming area to determine how changes in one program will affect another related area. Apply conversions and enhancements to business systems. May lead or provide expertise on assigned projects.

• Work closely with customers, business analysts, and team members to understand business requirements that drive the analysis and design of quality technical solutions. Ensure solutions are aligned with business and IT strategies and comply with the organization's architectural standards. Assist in post-implementation support and system enhancements.

• Test modified programs, create necessary test files and data, verify logic, debug, and write relevant documentation.

• Design and develop IT systems. Devise new sources of data and develop new approaches and techniques. Involved in the full systems life cycle and is responsible for designing, coding, testing, implementing, maintaining and supporting complex application software that is delivered on time and within budget.

• Provide guidance to lower-level programmers/analysts. Act as an internal consultant by providing technical guidance on complex projects. Determine and resolve problems with other systems analysts, programmers, and systems users.

• Test designed programs, verify logic, perform any necessary "debugging," and write the documentation.

To Qualify For This Position

Required Education:

• Bachelors in a job-related field

• Or an additional 4 years job related work experience

• Or Associate's plus an additional 2 years job related work experience

Required Work Experience:

• 6 years of application development, systems testing or other job-related experience.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Comprehensive understanding of applications/development, quality assurance and integration methodologies, concepts and facilities in a mainframe, midrange, web, and/or PC/LAN environment.

• Demonstrates a high level of technical proficiency in the areas of programming languages, platform capabilities, and methods of systems analysis and program design.

• Excellent analysis, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrates logical abstract thinking and assimilating/adhering to project goals and deadlines.

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

• Able to work well under pressure and as part of a team.

• Strong knowledge of interpersonal skills/team building.

• Familiar with project management concepts.

• Ability to assess requirements, alternatives, and risks/benefits for low- to high-impact projects.

• Pays attention to detail.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients, vendors etc.

• In-depth understanding of organizational functions, behavior, and inter-relationships.

We Prefer That You Have The Following:

• Cobol or Host experience,

• Ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement

• Financial experience

Required Software and Other Tools:

• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant operating systems, programming languages, and development tools and their usage in the company.

Work Environment: Customer-focused, project-oriented programming environment. Fast paced, multi-platformed environment which may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer.

What We Can Do for You:

We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in our benefits program the first of the month following 28 days of employment.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage

• 401K retirement savings plan with company match

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Nine paid holidays

• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

• Education Assistance

• Service recognition

• National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilitiesand protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

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