Functional Analyst Cobol

Function

We're looking for a Functional Analyst with COBOL expertise to support a major systems transformation for one of our clients.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the migration of a mission-critical legacy system into a modern Java-based ecosystem. The role requires a strong technical foundation in COBOL, a strategic mindset for transformation planning, and a collaborative spirit to work alongside solution architects and developers.

Role & Responsibilities

As a key member of the transformation team, you will:

• Audit and catalogue existing COBOL programs and their current usage.

• Analyze and document legacy programs and their underlying data models.

• Collaborate closely with Java architects and analysts to define modern Java equivalents for existing COBOL components.

• Recommend tools and strategies for code and logic migration, leveraging and extending existing Java-based components where feasible.

• Define comprehensive testing strategies to validate the new solution.

• Develop a detailed roadmap with deliverables, timelines, and phased deployment plans.

• Lead the migration phase, overseeing operations, managing risks, and ensuring milestones are met.

• Drive toward a complete decommissioning of the COBOL application by May 2026.

Technical Profile

The ideal candidate will bring the following experience and skills:

• Strong hands-on expertise in COBOL.

• Solid understanding of transaction middleware such as Tuxedo or CICS.

• Familiarity with Java and the J2EE stack.

• Proficient in SQL and database modeling.

• Experienced in test case development and test planning.

• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and familiarity with tools like Jira.

• Demonstrated success in similar legacy-to-modernization projects.

Important: this client expects the ideal candidate to have a Master degree.