Developer / Senior Developer - Mainframe (COBOL)

Location: Pontefract, with work based in the South Elmsall office

Salary: £42,100–£59,400 per year

Company

hirify.global operates an international retail, warehouse, and distribution network supported by highly automated logistics systems.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain mission-critical software using COBOL, CICS, and IBM DB2.
• Lead the full development lifecycle from requirements gathering and business analysis through testing and deployment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects that expand international operations and warehouse capabilities.
• Provide internal user support, proactive maintenance, and participation in an out-of-hours support rotation.
• Share expertise and improve departmental development practices and processes.

Requirements

• Strong experience with COBOL, CICS, JCL, and IBM DB2.
• Proven ability to deliver clean, reliable code and translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Analytical, organised, adaptable, and able to remain effective during busy periods and out-of-hours support.
• Strong communication skills for working with technical colleagues and internal stakeholders.

Nice to have

• Experience with SQL, Microsoft Azure DevOps, Natural/ADABAS, or z/OS Connect.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative specialist team with support and technical guidance during onboarding.
• Company performance-based bonus and Sharesave scheme.
• Discounts across hirify.global and partner brands, plus access to staff shops and restaurants.
• Digital GP, health and wellbeing services, financial wellbeing support, and discounted gym memberships.
• On-site nursery and free on-site parking.
• Support networks, workplace adjustments, and apprenticeship development opportunities.

Hiring process

• Initial conversation by phone or video.
• Two-stage interview process: technical interview followed by a competency-based interview with a task.
• Successful candidates receive an offer and details of the hirify.global steps.