TL;DR

Expert Analyst-Programmer (COBOL): Designing, programming, documenting, and implementing COBOL software solutions with an accent on legacy environment expertise and retail process integration. Focus on analyzing client needs, providing technical support, and ensuring quality through testing and code reviews.

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, remote work available

Company

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What you will do

Perform analysis, coding, unit testing, and integration of new and existing COBOL solutions
Act as COBOL technical expert and provide support and recommendations
Document programs and conduct quality control assessments with test scenarios
Provide technical support to clients and establish corrective actions
Draw up functional analyses based on client needs and ensure proper integration of modules
Perform code reviews of junior and intermediate programmers' work

Requirements

More than 11 years of relevant experience as COBOL Developer in legacy environments
Strong knowledge of SCO Unix/Linux and Windows environments
Exposure to retail processes and systems (Accounting, POS, Inventory)
Knowledge of AGILE methodology and design models
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and training

Nice to have

Knowledge of Microfocus and Fujitsu COBOL compilers
Knowledge of C, SQL, Web Services development (Java, Node.js, SOAP, JSON), and C#

Culture & Benefits

Paid vacation increasing with years of service (3 to 5 weeks)
Five days of personal leave per year
Access to remote work, flexible hours, and full autonomy
Group insurance fully paid from first day
Active lifestyle program and employee assistance program
Group RRSPs with employer participation