Software Developer COBOL (m/f/d)

BANK.ECHT.ANDERS. That’s our mission as an employer. We want to become the best bank for all our customers and employees, which is why we’re looking for people who want to make a difference together. As part of our IT team, you’ll play an active role in shaping our bank’s digital future. In an international environment with over 500 colleagues from around 40 countries, you’ll take a solution-oriented approach to a wide range of tasks—from further developing proven systems to creating innovative digital solutions. We combine stability with progress, while fostering a collaborative, straightforward exchange of ideas as equals. What sets our IT team apart? A high level of technical expertise, many satisfied long-term colleagues, and a culture characterized by openness and mutual respect.
 

Ihre Aufgaben

• Analyzing and extending existing software systems and applications in a heterogeneous, complex IT system environment based on an IBM mainframe architecture 
• Extending and optimising existing systems and applications using DB2, IMS and CICS
• Software development with COBOL, SQL, JCL for mainframe software
• Creating and maintaining complex SQL queries for data retrieval
• Setting up automated batch processes within frameworks such as TWS / OPC
• IT project management and stakeholder management
• Creating and maintaining technical documentation for developed systems and applications  

Ihr Profil

• Completed studies in practical / applied computer science or training as an IT specialist
• Experience in the mainframe environment with COBOL and in the conception of software as well as tuning options with practice in database modeling
• Practical experience with complex SQL queries as well as database performance analyses and their optimization
• Confident handling of database management systems, preferably DB2 and the associated database languages and tools
• Knowledge of the structures in TWS / OPC for setting up automated batch processes
• Practical experience in IT project management, e.g. process risk analysis, requirements management, business client communication
• Good English language skills, knowledge of German and/or French is an advantage 

Unsere Leistungen

• Collaboration with international colleagues on challenging IT projects in a secure and appreciative work environment
• An intensive on-site induction to prepare you for your job with us
• Flex office with up to 50% hybrid work
• An attractive salary, supplemented by performance-related additional remuneration
• Employer-funded pension scheme and capital-forming benefits
• Bank products at attractive prices, numerous health and sports services, bicycle and IT leasing, discounted train ticket and more
• 30 days annual leave plus additional freetime options and unpaid leave
• A centrally located office right next to Duisburg Central Station