Cobol Developer

Description

Responsible for the daily efficient operation of systems and subsystems for the business unit. Understands processes and objectives, responds to production issues, performs troubleshooting, and initiates improvements. Ensures effective interfaces with other applications.

· Responsible for developing automated programs to meet design requirements and specifications. Researches alternatives and possible solutions, prepares analysis of complexity, feasibility, and recommends solutions.

· Responsible for coordinating the interfaces between systems and applications.

· Participates in technical planning, including but not limited to, determining tasks associated with project assignments, estimates and dependencies.

· Responsible for creating test plans, building test data, testing processes and systems following MGIC’s standards and guidelines.

· Responsible for the successful completion of assigned projects, including creating detailed program documentation. Keeps management aware of progress and issues.

· Responsible for compliance with project and development life cycle processes. Adheres to established coding standards.

· Responsible for supporting various corporate functions systems.

· Nature of work requires 24/7 availability; working off-hours may be required.

Skills

Cobol, Mainframe, easytrieve, programming, tivoli, business management, mortgage industry, business analysis

Top Skills Details

Cobol,Mainframe,easytrieve,programming,tivoli,business management

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience:

· 10 years advanced work

· Technical and business experience with financial systems

· Liaison to the business

· Can help set direction for technical implementation based on recommendations from architecture team

· Supports business planning when called upon

· Able to plan, schedule, estimate and commit, rapidly estimates scope and delivers initial commitment

· Performs multiple tasks of moderate and high complexity

· Operates across a variety of platforms and systems

· Strong technical implementation of business functions

· Can multi-task and achieve multiple deliverables

Required Skills:

Proficiency in programs and tools:

o Mainframe

o COBOL programming

o Easytrieve programming

o JCL

o Tivoli scheduling

o Diagramming

o JIRA

Strong proficiency in technical writing; written and verbal communication

Ability to break down the technical to business terms

Estimation capability

BA & PM skills are a plus

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

The pay range for this position is $52.88 - $78.33/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Milwaukee,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 26, 2025.

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.