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# COBOL Developer

- **Company:** Hyundai Mobis
- **Location:** Eschborn, Germany (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** IBM System I, COBOL (Programming Language), Databases, Data Validation, Relational Databases, Database Queries, Software Debugging, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Test Data, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://de.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e94e3a18e62a865d

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
 * Proven hands-on experience in COBOL development in an enterprise/production environment.
 * Familiarity with RPG programs and IBM i (AS/400) environment is preferred.
 * Strong SQL skills and experience working with relational databases; ability to tune complex queries.
 * Understanding of batch/online processing, file handling, and data validation concepts.
 * Experience with debugging, incident analysis, and production support.
 * Familiarity with change/release processes and documentation (BRD/SOP/test evidence).
 * Strong communication skills and ability to translate business requirements into technical tasks.

## Description

* Support business operations by maintaining and enhancing COBOL programs - Implement change requests for order/warehouse/supply chain/inventory processes.
 * Analyze requirements and create technical specifications - Conduct impact analysis on existing COBOL logic, procedures, and data flows.
 * Develop and optimize batch/online jobs - Improve processing efficiency, error handling, and data validation.
 * Manage database interactions - Write and tune SQL queries; work with stored procedures and ensure data consistency.
 * Perform troubleshooting and defect resolution- Identify root causes, fix issues, and prevent recurrence.
 * Support testing and release activities - Prepare test data, support UAT, and coordinate deployment for COBOL/DB items.
 * Monitor and support production operations - Provide L2/L3 support, handle incidents, and ensure service stability.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional team - Work with business users to deliver end-to-end changes.
 * Maintain documentation and SOPs - Keep program specs, change history, and operational procedures up to date. .
 * Ensure compliance and quality - Follow coding standards, conduct peer reviews where applicable, and support audits.


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