Cobol Developer

Job Title: Cobol Developer Department: Back Office SystemsAbout Business line/Function: Back Office Systems Department manages and supports core applications used in daily operations, ensuring stability, evolution, and scalability of legacy and mainframe platforms, contributing to business continuity and transformation initiatives.Position Purpose: As a Cobol Developer, you will design, develop, and maintain applications on mainframe environments, contributing to both new developments and enhancements of existing systems.You will be involved in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), working in Agile or Waterfall frameworks, ensuring high-quality and reliable solutions aligned with business needs.You will also leverage modern development practices, including AI-assisted tools, to improve productivity, code quality, and delivery efficiency, in compliance with BNP Paribas standards.ResponsibilitiesDirect ResponsibilitiesDevelop andmaintainCOBOL applications on mainframe systemsPerform analysis, design, development, and testing activitiesImplement new features and enhancementsTroubleshoot and resolve production issuesEnsure proper data flows between applicationsContribute to system quality and performance improvementContributing ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with local and international teamsParticipate in technical design and solution proposalsContribute to documentation and knowledge sharingSupport continuous improvement initiativesParticipatingin code reviews and testing activitiesTechnical & Behavioral CompetenciesTechnical Skills:Skill 1 – COBOL programming (minimum 4 years)Skill 2 – Mainframe environmentSkill 3 – JCL (Job Control Language)Skill 4 – DB2 and relational databasesSkill5–Experience in implementation ofSOAP andREST Web ServicesSkill 6 - Working exposure to CICS Skill 7 - Working exposure to CICS Skill 8- Exposure to integrating file exchange tunnels like CFT Skill 9 -Working knowledge to use Microfocus on IDZ IDENice to have: Exposure to Z/OS connect Specific Qualifications:Minimum5years of experience in COBOL developmentExperience in technical design and specificationsAbility to design and propose technical solutionsExperience in creating technical specificationsExperience in drafting and executing test plansUnderstanding of SDLC (Agile / Waterfall)Code quality and maintenance best practicesUnderstanding of application interoperability and data exchange mechanisms Fluent English (written and spoken) – mandatorySkills Referential (Required knowledge, skills and abilities)Behavioral Skills: Skill 1 – High attention to detail and strong analytical thinkingSkill 2 – Good communication and collaboration skillsSkill 3 – Strong problem-solving capabilitySkill 4 – Ability to work effectively in local and remote teamsSkill 5 – Proactive mindset and ownership of tasksEducation Level:  Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, or related field Location: ISPL Chennai About BNP Paribas Group:BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group’s commercial & personal banking and several specialized businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group's performance and stability.About BNP Paribas India Solutions:Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union’s leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24x7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.Commitment to Diversity and InclusionAt BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.

Technical & Behavioral CompetenciesTechnical Skills:Skill 1 – COBOL programming (minimum 4 years)Skill 2 – Mainframe environmentSkill 3 – JCL (Job Control Language)Skill 4 – DB2 and relational databasesSkill5–Experience in implementation ofSOAP andREST Web ServicesSkill 6 - Working exposure to CICS Skill 7 - Working exposure to CICS Skill 8- Exposure to integrating file exchange tunnels like CFT Skill 9 -Working knowledge to use Microfocus on IDZ IDENice to have: Exposure to Z/OS connect Specific Qualifications:Minimum5years of experience in COBOL developmentExperience in technical design and specificationsAbility to design and propose technical solutionsExperience in creating technical specificationsExperience in drafting and executing test plansUnderstanding of SDLC (Agile / Waterfall)Code quality and maintenance best practicesUnderstanding of application interoperability and data exchange mechanisms Fluent English (written and spoken) – mandatorySkills Referential (Required knowledge, skills and abilities)Behavioral Skills: Skill 1 – High attention to detail and strong analytical thinkingSkill 2 – Good communication and collaboration skillsSkill 3 – Strong problem-solving capabilitySkill 4 – Ability to work effectively in local and remote teamsSkill 5 – Proactive mindset and ownership of tasksEducation Level:  Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, or related field Location: ISPL Chennai About BNP Paribas Group:BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group’s commercial & personal banking and several specialized businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group's performance and stability.About BNP Paribas India Solutions:Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union’s leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24x7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.Commitment to Diversity and InclusionAt BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.