{"id":7623,"date":"2026-08-31T07:32:47","date_gmt":"2026-08-31T07:32:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/itdsportugal.com\/it-jobs\/senior-cobol-developer-mainframe-systems\/"},"modified":"2026-08-31T08:17:37","modified_gmt":"2026-08-31T08:17:37","slug":"senior-cobol-developer-mainframe-systems","status":"publish","type":"matador-job-listings","link":"https:\/\/itdsportugal.com\/en\/it-jobs\/senior-cobol-developer-mainframe-systems\/","title":{"rendered":"Senior COBOL Developer \u2013 Mainframe Systems"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Join a transformative journey in mainframe technology \u2014 shape the future of enterprise systems!<\/strong><\/p> <p>Lisbon-based opportunity with hybrid work model<\/p> <p>As a Senior COBOL Developer, you will be working for our client, a global IT leader driving innovation with cutting-edge mainframe solutions and services. You will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining core legacy systems, translating complex requirements into reliable COBOL programs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality deliverables. This role offers a pathway for technical mastery and career advancement in a dynamic environment.<\/p> <p>Your main responsibilities:<\/p> <ul> <li>Develop and enhance mainframe applications using COBOL, DB2\/SQL, and JCL to meet business requirements.<\/li> <li>Understand detailed requirements and translate them into effective COBOL code.<\/li> <li>Collaborate with Business Analysts and Technical Leads to ensure seamless system delivery.<\/li> <li>Conduct unit testing and system integration testing to guarantee software stability.<\/li> <li>Support the deployment and support phases, including troubleshooting and issue resolution.<\/li> <li>Create detailed test documentation and execute test cases effectively.<\/li> <li>Uphold strict adherence to client standards, security policies, and best practices.<\/li> <li>Mentor junior team members, sharing expertise and supporting knowledge transfer initiatives.<\/li> <\/ul> <p>You&#8217;re ideal for this role if you have:<\/p> <ul> <li>At least 7 years of experience with COBOL, CICS, DB2\/SQL, JCL, and mainframe online screens.<\/li> <li>Over 5 years of experience in system analysis, design, and testing.<\/li> <li>Proficiency with Eclipse, Visual COBOL, and working in Unix Shell Scripts is a plus.<\/li> <li>Experience with CI\/CD pipelines, particularly Jenkins and Git.<\/li> <li>Excellent command of English (B2 level or higher).<\/li> <\/ul> <p>It is a strong plus if you have:<\/p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of mainframe support activities during testing phases.<\/li> <li>Relevant certifications in legacy systems or mainframe development.<\/li> <\/ul> <p>Language required for the role:<\/p> <ul> <li>English (Good command)<\/li> <\/ul> <p>Eligibility to work in Europe:<\/p> <ul> <li>Only candidates with an existing legal right to work in the European Union will be considered for this role.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>#MAKEYourCareerBETTER<\/strong><\/p> <p>Interested? 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