Expert Application Developer | 11-016-2026 Expert*in Anwendungsentwicklung

Job Summary

This role involves serving as an Expert Application Developer in Berlin, focusing on the organizational and technical leadership of a subsystem within the German Pension Insurance (DRV) IT system. The core responsibilities include actively managing and steering tasks with a high service standard, specifically focusing on software for managing insured accounts, pension determinations, and rehabilitation services. Day-to-day tasks involve creating, maintaining, and updating Cobol programs, conducting quality assurance measures, and representing the subsystem in cross-departmental IT projects and working groups. The ideal candidate must possess a degree in IT or equivalent qualification, extensive professional experience in IT, and strong practical skills in Cobol software development. Experience with agile methodologies and tools like Jira, Confluence, and Scrum is essential, alongside fluent German language skills, making this a pivotal role for experienced developers seeking leadership and technical depth within a complex governmental IT landscape.