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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Developer III- COBOL - **Company:** TALENT Software Services - **Location:** Columbia, SC, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Application Integration Architecture, Batch Processing, Customer Information Control System (CICS), Configuration Management, COBOL (Programming Language), Cyber Security, Information Systems, Databases, IBM DB2, Database Connection, Database Development, Github, Medical Software, Job Control Language (JCL), IBM WebSphere MQ, Job Scheduling, Node.Js, Online Transaction Processing, Performance Tuning, Queueing Systems, Requirements Management, Server Administration, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SQL Databases, System Testing, Visual Studio Online, Transaction Processing (Computing), GitHub Copilot, Git, Information Technology, Software Version Control - **Published:** August 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/developer-iii-cobol-37571567-columbia-sc--b35605f9-5671-48a0-abc3-1643ecbdea8c ## About the Role Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's degree-in Computer Science, Information Technology or other job-related degree. Degree Equivalency: 4 years of job related work experience or 2 years of job related experience plus an associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other job-related degree Minimum Required Work Experience: 4 years-of application development, systems testing or other job-related experience., Soft Skills: Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills, Strong Communication Skills (Verbal and Written), Adaptability, Intellectual Curiosity and Continuous Learning, Collaboration, Ownership, and Accountability, Attention to Detail, Adjudication, Analysis Skills, Application Integration, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Analysis, Business Support, Claims Processing, Cobol Programming Language, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Security, Detail Oriented, Git, GitHub, Healthcare, Healthcare Software, IBM CICS (Customer Information Control System), IBM DB2, IBM IMS Database, IBM WebSphere MQ (Message Queue), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, JCL (Job Control Language), Node.js, On Call, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Pharmacy, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Production Support, Requirements Management, SQL Databases, Software Administration, Software Development, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Transaction Processing/Management, Writing Skills ## Description Partial Onsite - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday onsite and as needed. Interviews - In person - scheduled as soon as possible Team Name: Core Commercial Systems, which supports mission-critical healthcare claims processing applications and related business functions. Standard Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Eastern Time, Monday-Friday (40 hours/week) Will any of the following be required: overtime, travel, on call, weekends, off hours: Participation in a rotating on-call schedule is required after completion of the onboarding period. The rotation consists of approximately one week of coverage every 8-12 weeks. Developers serving as the primary on-call resource are supported by experienced application subject matter experts who also participate in the rotation, ensuring access to system expertise when troubleshooting complex issues. Occasional overtime, evening, or weekend work may be required to support production issues, implementations, or business needs. Required Technologies: " COBOL (batch and online application development) " JCL (Job Control Language) (batch processing, job scheduling, and restart/recovery) " DB2 (SQL development, database access, and performance tuning) " CICS (online transaction processing and support) Nice To Have: " IMS (database and transaction processing) " IBM MQ (MQ Series) (application messaging and integration) " Experience with VS Code, GitHub, GitHub Copilot, Zowe, Node.js, Git-based source control, and AI-assisted development workflows. " Healthcare payer experience, particularly claims adjudication, eligibility, benefits, pricing, provider, or pharmacy systems Day to Day: A typical day involves analyzing business requirements, designing and implementing solutions, and supporting critical healthcare claims processing applications. 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