COBOL Developer | COBOL Entwickler (w/m/d)

TARGOBANK AG

Duisburg, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published May 21, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As a COBOL Developer, you will play a crucial role in shaping the digital future of our bank by actively contributing to the evolution of our IT systems. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve analyzing and expanding existing software systems and applications within a complex IBM mainframe environment. You will focus on software development using COBOL, SQL, and JCL, optimizing existing systems, creating complex SQL queries, and building automated batch processes. The role also includes IT project management and stakeholder communication, as well as technical documentation. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong background in mainframe technologies and a passion for contributing to innovative digital solutions in a dynamic, international team.

Required Skills

Education

Degree in Applied Computer Science or vocational training as an IT Specialist (Fachinformatiker)

Experience

  • Professional experience in Mainframe environments with COBOL
  • Experience in software conceptualization and tuning options
  • Practical experience with complex SQL queries and database performance analysis/optimization
  • Experience with database management systems, preferably DB2, and related languages/tools
  • Experience with TWS/OPC structures for automated batch processes
  • Practical experience in IT project management (e.g., process risk analysis, requirements management, business client communication)

Languages

English (Basic)

Additional

  • Work permit not specified (assumed to be required for non-EU citizens)