Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company based on the language and emphasis on local candidates and contract duration.
Job overview
The Cobol Developer role at ACL Digital involves designing, developing, testing, and implementing IT solutions primarily using Cobol on Linux, impacting business operations through technical expertise.
Responsibilities and impact
The developer will analyze, design, construct, test, and implement IT solutions, participate in upgrades and enhancements, resolve technical problems, and interact with customers to understand business and technical needs.
Experience and skills
Requires 6+ years of Cobol development experience on Linux, knowledge of relational databases (preferably Oracle), Unix, SOAP or REST APIs with XML/JSON, C programming, and preferably AWS or cloud technologies.
Job location and travel
The job is located in Atlanta, GA or Minneapolis, MN and is for local candidates only with a contract duration of 12+ months.
Company overview
ACL Digital is a global technology consulting and digital transformation company that specializes in providing end-to-end solutions in areas such as product engineering, IT services, and business process management. They generate revenue by offering a range of services including software development, digital product design, and IT infrastructure management to clients across various industries. Founded as part of the ALTEN Group, ACL Digital has a rich history of leveraging cutting-edge technologies to drive innovation and efficiency for their clients.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your 6+ years of COBOL development experience specifically on Linux environments, emphasizing your proficiency with Unix systems and relational databases like Oracle to align with ACL Digital's technical requirements.
Focus on showcasing your experience with SOAP or REST APIs, including XML/JSON data interchange, and any exposure to C programming and cloud technologies such as AWS, as these are valuable skills mentioned in the job description.
Apply through multiple channels including ACL Digital's official corporate career page and LinkedIn job postings to maximize your application visibility for the Cobol Developer role.
Connect with current ACL Digital employees in the software development or technology divisions on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like asking about their experience working on legacy system modernization or their approach to integrating COBOL with cloud solutions.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords such as 'COBOL development,' 'Linux,' 'Unix,' 'Oracle,' 'SOAP,' 'REST APIs,' 'XML,' 'JSON,' 'C programming,' and 'cloud technology' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings effectively.
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