We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Mainframe Developer (Payment Systems) with strong experience in COBOL, Unix/Linux, and Payment Systems to support the development, enhancement, testing, and deployment of enterprise payment applications. The ideal candidate will work closely with Product Owners and business stakeholders to analyse requirements, implement changes, support testing activities, and ensure successful production rollouts.
In this role, you will:
· Review and analyse business and technical requirements received from customers and Product Owners (PO).
· Perform impact analysis and identify application changes required to meet business needs.
· Design, develop, and enhance payment processing applications using COBOL in Unix/Linux environments.
· Execute unit testing and ensure quality of delivered code.
· Support System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT), including defect analysis and resolution.
· Participate in deployment activities, production rollouts, and post-implementation validation.
· Prepare and maintain technical documentation, design documents, and implementation guides.
· Attend daily Scrum ceremonies, status meetings, and other project discussions.
Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered
· 5–10 years of experience in COBOL development
· 5–10 years of experience working in Unix/Linux environments
· 5–10 years of experience in the Payments domain
· Strong understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies.
· Experience in application maintenance, enhancement, and production support.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $ 64025 to $ 94500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
401(k) plan and contributions
Long-term/Short-term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
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