Analyst & Programmer Cobol

Function

We’re looking for a COBOL Analyst Programmer Consultant to join our client’s development team and contribute to the maintenance and evolution of critical enterprise applications. In this role, you will work in a collaborative environment where legacy systems remain essential to business operations, while also contributing to new development initiatives. You will play a key role in translating functional requirements into technical solutions and ensuring high-quality software delivery.

Role & Responsibilities
As a COBOL Analyst Programmer, you will be responsible for both maintaining existing systems and developing new applications while working closely with functional and technical stakeholders.

• Maintain and enhance existing COBOL-based applications within a legacy environment

• Develop new functionalities and applications based on business requirements

• Translate functional analyses into clear technical specifications in collaboration with colleagues

• Implement application developments in COBOL and ensure code quality

• Perform unit and integration testing for developed applications

• Support business stakeholders during validation and acceptance testing phases

• Document developments and technical implementations

• Communicate with stakeholders regarding the execution and implementation of requested developments

• Share knowledge, documentation, and best practices with team members

Profile – The Ideal Candidate
Our client is looking for a consultant with strong analytical capabilities and proven experience in legacy application environments.

• Degree in programming or equivalent experience

• Proven and recent experience as a COBOL Analyst Programmer

• Strong experience managing legacy environments, including defect management and root cause analysis

• Experience working in Agile development environments

• Practical experience using AI tools to support development or analysis activities

• Experience with technologies and tools such as SQL, Java, .NET, Git, GitHub, Angular, or Spring Boot

• Experience working in environments related to public sector or social security institutions is considered a strong asset

• Fluency in both French and Dutch, with a good working knowledge of English