About the Company
LMTEQ is a US-based technology solutions provider, offering end-to-end SAP and legacy system modernization services. We specialize in enterprise application transformation, helping businesses optimize their IT landscape by enhancing legacy systems, streamlining workflows, and integrating modern technology stacks.
We work with a global client base across industries, providing custom software solutions, legacy migration strategies, and process automation to help organizations stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital world.
About the Role
We are looking for a COBOL Developer Lead with strong expertise in legacy system programming, transaction processing applications, and business logic extraction. This role is crucial for modernizing COBOL-based applications by integrating Raincode and decision modeling systems, ensuring a seamless transition from legacy systems to modern IT frameworks.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing existing COBOL applications, extracting business logic, and translating it into rule-based programming frameworks to drive digital transformation initiatives. The role also requires team leadership skills, as the selected candidate will guide junior developers and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve performance and scalability.
Key Responsibilities
1. Legacy System Modernization & Business Logic Extraction
- Analyze legacy COBOL applications to identify core business logic and critical dependencies.
- Extract, document, and convert legacy business logic into rule-based engines or decision modeling systems.
- Ensure smooth modernization and migration of existing systems to updated platforms.
2. COBOL Development & Integration
- Develop, enhance, and maintain COBOL-based transaction processing applications.
- Work with Raincode to integrate COBOL applications into modern environments.
- Optimize legacy code performance and refactor applications to improve efficiency and scalability.
3. Team Collaboration & Leadership
- Work closely with business analysts, process teams, and IT teams to gather functional and technical requirements.
- Mentor junior developers and guide them in best practices for legacy programming.
- Provide technical insights and participate in strategic discussions for legacy system enhancements.
4. Technical Documentation & Compliance
- Document business logic, system workflows, and integration processes for future reference.
- Ensure that coding standards, compliance requirements, and security protocols are maintained in legacy modernization projects.
Required Expertise
Programming Experience:
- 7+ years of professional experience in COBOL, PL/1, Assembler, RPG, or other legacy programming languages.
- Strong background in transaction processing applications with expertise in handling high-volume data transactions.
Legacy Systems & Integration:
- Hands-on experience working on legacy platforms like mainframe, AS400, Unix, Linux, Windows, or other proprietary enterprise systems.
- Experience integrating Raincode to modernize COBOL applications.
Problem-Solving & Leadership:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to debug, optimize, and enhance legacy applications.
- Ability to lead teams, mentor junior developers, and work in a cross-functional environment.
Technical Documentation & Compliance:
- Proficiency in documenting system processes, writing technical manuals, and maintaining compliance with enterprise security standards.
Preferred (Not Mandatory) Skills
- Business Rule Programming: Knowledge of decision management systems and business rule engines.
- Low-Code/No-Code Systems: Experience with OutSystems, Mendix, or Wavemaker for system transformation.
- Pre-Relational Databases: Familiarity with IDMS, Datacom, Adabas, and 4th-generation programming languages.
Why Join This Role?
- Work on cutting-edge legacy modernization projects with a focus on COBOL transformation.
- Gain hands-on experience in Raincode and rule-based decision systems.
- Lead and mentor a team of talented developers in a fully remote environment.
- Be part of an innovative technology solutions company that values collaboration, efficiency, and forward-thinking solutions.
Although this position is now closed, stay connected for future opportunities in legacy system transformation!
