COBOL Developer

Saarthee is seeking a skilled COBOL Developer with strong experience in COBOL, Java, and UX design tools. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of distributed computing environments, software development best practices, and system integration. This role requires a collaborative approach, working within an Agile Scrum team to develop, test, and maintain high-quality software solutions.

About Saarthee

Saarthee is a global IT consulting firm unlike any other, where our passion for helping others fuels our approach, products, and solutions. We are a one-stop shop for all things data and analytics. Unlike other analytics consulting firms that are technology or platform specific, Saarthee's holistic and tool-agnostic approach is unique in the marketplace. Our Consulting Value Chain framework meets our customers where they are in their data journey. Our diverse and global team works with one objective in mind: Our Customers Success. At Saarthee, we are passionate about guiding organizations toward insights-fueled success. That's why we call ourselves Saarthee – inspired by the Sanskrit word Saarthi, which means charioteer, trusted guide, or companion.

Required Experience

• 3+ years of Software Development experience in a distributed computing environment using Java
• 3+ years of Software Development experience in a distributed computing environment using COBOL
• 3+ years of Software Development experience using the latest UX design tools and libraries

Mandatory Skills

• 3+ years of experience in Java development in a distributed computing environment
• Strong back-end development experience in Java
• Understanding of Containerization (OpenShift is a plus)
• Strong grasp of Object-Oriented (OO) principles such as inheritance, interfaces, and abstract classes
• Proficiency in Spring Framework and architectural best practices (e.g., SOA, dependency injection, ORM, EJB3, JPA, etc.)
• Understanding and experience with microservices architecture
• Strong knowledge of REST API design
• JBPM experience is an advantage
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines
• Proficiency with Apache Camel
• Experience with GitLab for version control
• Linux experience is advantageous
• 3+ years of back-end development experience using COBOL
• Strong system and code design skills with documentation capabilities
• Java exposure or experience is advantageous
• 3+ years of front-end development experience using UX design tools and libraries
• Experience with industry-standard UX design guidelines
• Java exposure or experience is advantageous
• Experience in API integration is a plus
• Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies
• Strong understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Healthcare industry experience is a plus

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze user stories and develop solutions accordingly
• Perform system analysis under guidance from a Senior Developer
• Conduct unit testing and system integration testing
• Obtain approvals from Users and Development Managers
• Provide system maintenance and support when required
• Conduct unit testing of delivered code
• Perform impact analysis on code changes
• Manage release processes effectively
• Participate in technical documentation at the sub-system level
• Gather requirements and document technical designs
• Contribute to user training by preparing documentation and flow charts
• Provide technical support across the delivery chain
• Actively participate in Agile Scrum team discussions
• Mentor Junior Developers
• Continuously enhance technical knowledge and stay updated on industry trends

Why Join Saarthee

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Exposure to large-scale distributed systems and microservices architecture
• Professional growth and mentorship opportunities
• Be part of a mission-driven company that values customer success and innovation