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Cobol Developer

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Duesseldorf, Germany

Cobol Developer

Duesseldorf, GermanyPosted 25 days ago
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Mainframe Developer (COBOL / DB2) – Hybrid Role in Germany (Düsseldorf Area)

Are you an experienced COBOL developer looking for a new challenge in an international environment? We're looking for a skilled mainframe professional to join a well-established IT team in Germany.

You will work on business-critical applications in a complex mainframe architecture (IBM), alongside colleagues from across the globe.

Relocation support is available in the form of a dedicated local contact person who will assist with administrative steps like registration, apartment search, and integration. Please note: we do not offer a full relocation package.

Your Responsibilities

  • Work closely with international colleagues on long-term mainframe projects
  • Analyze and develop COBOL-based applications in a large IBM system environment (DB2, IMS, CICS)
  • Write and optimize SQL queries and contribute to database performance tuning
  • Support in conceptualizing IT processes and translating them into working database models
  • Maintain and improve automated batch job processes (TWS/OPC)
  • Support project management tasks such as risk analysis, requirement discussions, and stakeholder communication

What We Offer

  • International and collaborative work environment
  • Local contact person to help you with onboarding and administrative steps in Germany
  • Initial onboarding phase: 6 months on-site in Düsseldorf (Germany)
  • After onboarding: 50% remote / 50% on-site hybrid model
  • Employer-funded company pension scheme
  • Additional benefits: reduced banking services, access to health & sports offers, IT/bike leasing programs
  • Modern office space near Düsseldorf city center

Job Requirements

  • Degree in (Applied) Computer Science or equivalent technical training
  • Solid experience with COBOL development and relational databases (ideally DB2)
  • Strong knowledge of SQL and database tools
  • Experience in IT process design and data modeling
  • Familiarity with automated job scheduling (TWS or similar)
  • Structured, solution-driven mindset
  • Good English skills; basic German skills required (A2/B1 level)
  • French is a plus

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