Senior Software Engineer – COBOL / VSAM

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer – COBOL / VSAM

Location: Minnesota (Hybrid/Onsite Preferred)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong COBOL and VSAM experience to join the Data Distribution Engineering (DE) team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting and enhancing critical mainframe applications, maintaining data integrity, and contributing to long-term modernization and stability initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, maintain, and support COBOL-based mainframe applications

Work extensively with VSAM files and legacy data processing systems

Analyze existing programs and implement enhancements/fixes

Support batch processing, data distribution, and system integrations

Troubleshoot production issues and perform root cause analysis

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support ongoing business operations

Participate in modernization and performance optimization initiatives

Ensure system reliability, scalability, and documentation standards

Required Skills:

Strong hands-on experience with COBOL programming

Deep understanding of VSAM datasets and file structures

Experience working in mainframe environments (z/OS preferred)

Knowledge of JCL, CICS, DB2, and batch processing

Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced enterprise environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in enterprise data distribution or data processing systems

Exposure to modernization/migration projects

Prior experience supporting large-scale legacy platforms

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Experience:

8+ years of relevant experience preferred

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field