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Kyndryl
Romeoville, IL (In Person)
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Who We AreAt Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world's leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people-Kyndryls-that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.
The RoleAre you passionate about solving complex problems? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Then there's a good chance you will love being a part of our COBOL Development team at Kyndryl, where you will be able to see the immediate value of your work.
As a COBOL Developer at Kyndryl, you'll be responsible for developing and maintaining core banking systems in mainframe environments that support mission‑critical financial operations. In this role, you will work on legacy systems that process high‑volume transactions related to accounts, credits, payments, and financial movements.
You will operate in highly regulated environments where precision, stability, and compliance are essential. Working closely with cross‑functional technical and business teams, your work will directly contribute to the reliability and continuity of critical banking services.
Key ResponsibilitiesAnalyze functional and technical requirements to support core banking applications.
Develop and maintain COBOL programs in batch and online mainframe environments.
Manage and support data processing using DB2 and VSAM files.
Optimize high‑volume transactional processes to ensure performance and stability.
Provide production support, monitoring, and technical documentation for critical systems.
Your Future at KyndrylThe career path ahead is full of exciting opportunities to grow and advance within the job family. With dedication and hard work, you can climb the ladder to higher bands, achieving coveted positions such as Principal Engineer or Vice President of Software. These roles not only offer the chance to inspire and innovate, but also bring with them a sense of pride and accomplishment for having reached the pinnacle of your career in the software industry.
Who You AreYou're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
Required Technical and Professional Experience5+ years of experience developing or supporting applications in mainframe environments.
Hands‑on experience with COBOL and JCL.Experience working with CICS in online transaction processing environments.
Knowledge of DB2 and VSAM for data management.
Familiarity with mainframe operational processes and production support.
Experience with Git or version control tools, including integrations with modern pipelines.
Preferred Technical and Professional ExperienceExperience working in the financial services or banking sector.
Exposure to modernization initiatives, such as APIs or integrations over mainframe systems.
Familiarity with DevOps tools or CI/CD pipelines for mainframe environments.
Basic English proficiency for technical documentation and collaboration with global teams.
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The RoleAre you passionate about solving complex problems? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Then there's a good chance you will love being a part of our COBOL Development team at Kyndryl, where you will be able to see the immediate value of your work.
As a COBOL Developer at Kyndryl, you'll be responsible for developing and maintaining core banking systems in mainframe environments that support mission‑critical financial operations. In this role, you will work on legacy systems that process high‑volume transactions related to accounts, credits, payments, and financial movements.
You will operate in highly regulated environments where precision, stability, and compliance are essential. Working closely with cross‑functional technical and business teams, your work will directly contribute to the reliability and continuity of critical banking services.
Key ResponsibilitiesAnalyze functional and technical requirements to support core banking applications.
Develop and maintain COBOL programs in batch and online mainframe environments.
Manage and support data processing using DB2 and VSAM files.
Optimize high‑volume transactional processes to ensure performance and stability.
Provide production support, monitoring, and technical documentation for critical systems.
Your Future at KyndrylThe career path ahead is full of exciting opportunities to grow and advance within the job family. With dedication and hard work, you can climb the ladder to higher bands, achieving coveted positions such as Principal Engineer or Vice President of Software. These roles not only offer the chance to inspire and innovate, but also bring with them a sense of pride and accomplishment for having reached the pinnacle of your career in the software industry.
Who You AreYou're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
Required Technical and Professional Experience5+ years of experience developing or supporting applications in mainframe environments.
Hands‑on experience with COBOL and JCL.Experience working with CICS in online transaction processing environments.
Knowledge of DB2 and VSAM for data management.
Familiarity with mainframe operational processes and production support.
Experience with Git or version control tools, including integrations with modern pipelines.
Preferred Technical and Professional ExperienceExperience working in the financial services or banking sector.
Exposure to modernization initiatives, such as APIs or integrations over mainframe systems.
Familiarity with DevOps tools or CI/CD pipelines for mainframe environments.
Basic English proficiency for technical documentation and collaboration with global teams.
Being YouThe \