Software Engineer (Mainframe, Java)
Reston, Virginia, United States of America
Contract
1 week ago
Key skills
JavaCOBOLSpring BootSpringJUnitIntegration TestingRESTfulGitBitbucketAgileScrumCommunication
About this role
Job Summary Software Engineer (Mainframe, Java) (8+ Yrs)
- Assist client with modernization efforts, migrating from legacy mainframe (COBOL) systems to modern Java tech stack.
- Analyze, design, develop, test, and debug complex computer software and applications.
- Develop and maintain mission-critical enrollment system applications using both COBOL and Java environments.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define system scope, objectives, and establish project baselines.
- Break down software requirements and design highly complex systems and solutions.
- Create, test (unit/integration with Junit/TestNg), and document critical application programs.
- Work as part of a matrixed agile/scrum team, following established project standards and processes.
- Utilize Java technologies including Spring Core, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and Spring Integration.
- Develop and integrate web services, with a strong understanding of RESTful/SOA services.
- Apply extensive experience in Agile or Scrum methodologies for software development projects.
- Participate in regular (1-3 times/month) onsite team meetings in Reston, VA (primarily remote position).
- Ensure timely and quality delivery of assigned project tasks and deliverables.
- Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
- Preferred: experience with API management tools, GIT/BitBucket, and health insurance customer systems.
Required Experience and Skills:
- 8+ years of software development experience.
- Application development expertise in COBOL (CICS, JCL, TSO/ISPF, ChangeMan, Topaz, etc.).
- Java development experience (including unit/integration testing).
- Experience with Java Spring technologies.
- Experience with web services (RESTful/SOA).
- Experience in Agile/Scrum environments.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree (or 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree).
Location/Work Arrangement:
- Primarily remote; occasional onsite meetings in Reston, VA.
- Must reside in DC, MD, VA, or WV.
- Assist client with modernization efforts, migrating from legacy mainframe (COBOL) systems to modern Java tech stack.
- Analyze, design, develop, test, and debug complex computer software and applications.
- Develop and maintain mission-critical enrollment system applications using both COBOL and Java environments.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define system scope, objectives, and establish project baselines.
- Break down software requirements and design highly complex systems and solutions.
- Create, test (unit/integration with Junit/TestNg), and document critical application programs.
- Work as part of a matrixed agile/scrum team, following established project standards and processes.
- Utilize Java technologies including Spring Core, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and Spring Integration.
- Develop and integrate web services, with a strong understanding of RESTful/SOA services.
- Apply extensive experience in Agile or Scrum methodologies for software development projects.
- Participate in regular (1-3 times/month) onsite team meetings in Reston, VA (primarily remote position).
- Ensure timely and quality delivery of assigned project tasks and deliverables.
- Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
- Preferred: experience with API management tools, GIT/BitBucket, and health insurance customer systems.
Required Experience and Skills:
- 8+ years of software development experience.
- Application development expertise in COBOL (CICS, JCL, TSO/ISPF, ChangeMan, Topaz, etc.).
- Java development experience (including unit/integration testing).
- Experience with Java Spring technologies.
- Experience with web services (RESTful/SOA).
- Experience in Agile/Scrum environments.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree (or 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree).
Location/Work Arrangement:
- Primarily remote; occasional onsite meetings in Reston, VA.
- Must reside in DC, MD, VA, or WV.