SYSTEMTEC is seeking a Mainframe COBOL Developer (EDIG Host Team) for an onsite opportunity in Columbia, SC. The candidate will support and enhance mainframe-based applications within an Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) environment responsible for healthcare claims processing. This role works closely with a small development team and partner groups to maintain host-based systems, support transaction processing, and ensure reliable data exchanges across enterprise platforms.
Required Qualifications of the Mainframe COBOL Developer (EDIG Host Team):
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to provide sponsorship or work with Third-Party agencies.
- Professional experience developing applications using COBOL in a mainframe environment (including Micro Focus).
- Experience with CICS, DB2, IMS, MQ, and IBM Batch JCL.
- Familiarity with mainframe utilities and batch processing tools, including SYNCSORT, IDCAMS, FILEAID, and IBM IEB/IEF utilities.
- Experience using development tools such as Easytrieve or similar code generation utilities.
- Experience supporting file transfers and system integrations using technologies such as FTP, NDM, or VPN connections.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills supporting production systems and batch processing workflows.
- Ability to create and maintain technical documentation, including requirements, testing, and implementation documentation.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general development documentation practices.
Preferred Skills / Experience of the Mainframe COBOL Developer (EDIG Host Team):
- Experience supporting HIPAA X12 5010 EDI healthcare transactions, including 837, 835, 834, 270/271, and 276/277 transaction sets.
- Knowledge of healthcare claims processing environments or EDI gateway systems.
- Experience with IBM Connect:Direct (NDM) or other enterprise file transfer tools.
- Familiarity with provider information systems or provider data management applications.
- Experience working with job scheduling tools such as ZEKE.
- Exposure to vendor tools used for EDI processing, pricing workflows, or automated code generation.
Responsibilities of the Mainframe COBOL Developer (EDIG Host Team)):
- Develop, maintain, and enhance mainframe COBOL applications supporting EDI healthcare claims processing.
- Collaborate with development leads and partner teams to support EDI transaction processing and data exchange workflows.
- Maintain and support batch job processing, file transfers, and system integrations across host and distributed environments.
- Troubleshoot production issues, perform debugging, and implement corrective solutions to maintain system stability.
- Contribute to technical documentation, including business requirements, test plans, and implementation plans.
- Participate in an on-call rotation to support production systems and ensure operational continuity.
Location: Onsite role in Columbia, SC. Standard work hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with an on-call rotation approximately one week every 6–7 weeks, including weekends.
Compensation / Benefits:
Full-Time Employment with SYSTEMTEC means competitive compensation, access to health, dental, disability, and life coverage, and 401(k) with match.
Please note: We are not currently able to hire candidates who reside or work in California, New York, or New Jersey.
