COBOL Developer (Mainframe Modernization)

Help us modernize the financial infrastructure of the federal government by maintaining and evolving systems that process billions of dollars in critical payments every month. Supporting a major federal financial stakeholder, you will ensure the reliability of a massive general ledger system while directly contributing to the digital transformation of essential government services.

What you will achieve

• Modernize Legacy Systems: You will analyze, develop, and migrate COBOL and JCL source code, bridging the gap between traditional mainframe environments and modern server-based repositories like GitLab.

• Ensure Financial Integrity: You will take ownership of the full development lifecycle for modules handling budgeting, accounts payable, and disbursements, ensuring accuracy for millions of stakeholders.

• Drive Technical Excellence: You will collaborate with a high-performing team to document complex technical solutions, resolve defects, and provide precise task estimates that keep mission-critical projects on track.

• Maintain Service Reliability: You will support nightly batch cycles and participate in an on-call rotation to guarantee the 24/7 stability of the federal financial pipeline.

Must-Have Skills (Required)

• US Citizenship 

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

• 8+ years of related experience 

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in COBOL and JCL development within an IBM z/OS environment.

• Strong command of TSO/ISPF, Db2, VSAM files, and QMF/SQL.

Nice-to-Have Skills (Preferred)

• Experience with CICS, CA-7, or CA-Endevor

• Familiarity with modern development tools like VS Code, Git, or GitLab

• Experience coding in REXX, SAS, or C/C#

• A broad background in information systems design and report writing

Our Culture: What Makes Ascella Employees Great

At Ascella, we celebrate innovative thinkers who are empowered to share their ideas and tackle real business challenges. Your creativity will not only be welcomed but also essential in shaping our processes and solutions.

We are passionate about lifelong learning, fostering a culture that prioritizes professional development and personal growth. Here, you’ll collaborate with a talented team that supports and inspires each other, ensuring that you’re continually challenged and encouraged to expand your skills.

Client satisfaction is at the heart of our mission. Our employees are dedicated to providing exceptional service, proactively addressing both current and future client needs. You’ll be part of a team that values the client experience as a key component of our success.

Open communication is vital to our work environment. We maintain an open door policy, encouraging questions and the sharing of ideas. We believe in aligning individual contributions with company objectives, fostering transparency, and regularly seeking feedback to enhance our processes.

Lastly, we are committed to being an inclusive organization. We embrace diversity, ensuring that all employees feel valued and respected. Our varied talents and experiences drive creativity and innovation, making our workplace dynamic and successful.

Position: COBOL Developer
Location: Washington, DC (fully remote)
Base Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, and we are open to discussing compensation based on your qualifications and experience
Other Compensation: 4% contribution to 401(k), performance bonus, profit-sharing
Paid Time Off: 16 days PTO/year, 11 holidays/year
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, 401(k)…and more
Position is open until filled, applications accepted on an ongoing basis.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Ascella Technologies is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion or sexual orientation. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. Ascella Technologies is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.