Application Developer | 11-011-2026 Anwendungsentwickler*in

Job Summary

This is a challenging role for an Application Developer based in Berlin, focused on the maintenance and development of complex IT systems within the German Pension Insurance (DRV Bund). The position includes organizational and technical deputy leadership of a specific subsystem, requiring the incumbent to actively shape and control tasks related to the DRV-IT rvSystem while maintaining high service standards. Key responsibilities involve creating, maintaining, and servicing legacy Cobol programs alongside modern JavaEE applications, executing rigorous quality assurance measures, and representing the subsystem in internal IT projects and working groups. Candidates must possess a university degree (Bachelor or Diploma) in IT or equivalent professional experience, combined with several years of relevant experience. Essential skills include practical expertise in Cobol software development and proven professional experience utilizing agile tools and methods like Jira, Confluence, and Scrum. This permanent position offers a varied workload, comprehensive onboarding, and extensive opportunities for professional development within a large public employer.