DXC Technology

Cobol developer

AUS - SA - ADELAIDE Full time

Job Description:

Why join DXC Technology? 

 
DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) helps global companies run their mission-critical systems and operations while modernizing IT, optimizing data architectures, and ensuring security and scalability across public, private and hybrid clouds. The world's largest companies and public sector organizations trust DXC to deploy services to drive new levels of performance, competitiveness, and customer experience across their IT estates. Learn more about how we deliver excellence for our customers and colleagues at DXC.com

At DXC we pride ourselves on delivering excellence in everything we do. What this means for you is the opportunity to be a part of delivering innovative solutions and helping to solve real business problems for a wide variety of valued clients. Be a part of a strategic Microsoft partnership that provides you with opportunities to deepen your expertise and work at the cutting-edge of technology. 

What you will be doing 

We are looking for an experienced COBOL Developer. This role will require you to provide support and maintenance for legacy COBOL application while contributing to the enhancements in C#. You will collaborate closely with other developers and business analysts to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

This role is Adelaide based.  There is a permanent position, with a requirement for after-hours support on a rotational basis.  This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close-knit team, with a brilliant end customer environment.  If you are eager to grow your career and expand your systems knowledge in a hybrid work environment, this could be the perfect role for you!

You'll be at the core of our application team, supporting and making development enhancements and fixes to our business-critical application using COBOL and C#.

 What will keep you busy 

  •  Provide support for existing COBOL-based legacy system with C# components, including troubleshooting, bug fixes, and performance improvements.
  • Enhancements and fixes to enterprise-level application using Cobol and C#.
  • Provide batch job support and assist in resolving production issues, providing on-call or after-hours support when needed.
  • Collaborate with team members and business analysts to translate business requirements into technical solutions along with estimating effort required.
  • Manage day to day Support tickets including requests and Incidents.
  • Manage time by working on support activities, minor enhancements and projects.
  • Ensure Best Practices in code quality, unit testing, and deployment.
  • Perform software installation, upgrades and patching on a Windows Server environment.
  • Investigate security vulnerability impacts and support remediation plans.
  • Become proficient in understanding the application architecture. 

The skills you will bring 

  •  4+ years of experience in Cobol development (ideally with Micro Focus COBOL).
  • Proficient in C# and API development.
  • Proficient in PowerShell scripting.
  • Experience with software development in Visual Studio.
  • Proficient in using source control systems like TFS / Azure Devops Server and Git.
  • SQL Server experience (desired).
  • Familiar with Windows Server administration, including managing services, tasks, and IIS. Experience with SSL certificate management.
  • Active MQ experience (desired)
  • Deep understanding and experience with full Software delivery lifecycle including software design patterns & principles. Using Agile/Waterfall methodologies.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities, with a proven track record of resolving complex technical issues.
  • Strong analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, effectively collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Great customer service and communication skills.

Your working environment  

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. 

Our culture and benefits 

 DXC is committed to building better futures for our customers, colleagues, environment, and communities. We take care of each other and foster a culture of inclusion, belonging and corporate citizenship. We put this to action developing and implementing societal initiatives within our Social Impact Practice. #WeAreDXC 

As an employer of choice, our “people first” philosophy means we offer competitive remuneration, benefits, training and career opportunities that reflect our commitment to improving the lives of our employees, and the communities in which we live and work. Some of these include; 
 

  • Extensive resources to support your onboarding and continual development including DXC University 
  • We know that great people refer great people. We will reward you when you bring your friends and family to work at DXC 
  • More time to do the things you love with flexible leave options, including purchased leave 
  • Take time to give back with charitable and emergency services volunteer days 
  • Well-being matters to us and our Employee Assistance Program is there to support you and your family 
  • And of course, all the basics; novated leasing, discounted health insurance, paid parental leave and many other discounts 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer  

DXC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we welcome submissions from people from all walks of life. We celebrate our diversity and recognise it is the unique contributions of our people that give us our edge. We stand by the ‘bring your whole-self to work’ philosophy. It is our inclusive culture that powers our results, and our company grows only if our people grow.  

Accommodation of special needs for qualified candidates may be considered within the framework of the DXC Accommodation Policy. In addition, DXC Technology is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to support qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities.  

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

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