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