Software Development Specialist

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NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Software Development Specialist to join our team in São Paulo, São Paulo (BR-SP), Brazil (BR).

Hands-on development experience in COBOL Developer with strong expertise in mainframe application development and maintenance.
6-8 overall Software experience

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in COBOL, JCL, DB2, and VSAM, along with solid analytical and debugging skills. The role involves enhancing, supporting, and modernizing mainframe-based applications in a high-availability enterprise environment.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Application Development & Enhancement

• Design, code, test, and implement COBOL programs in a Mainframe (z/OS) environment.
• Develop and maintain batch and online applications using COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS.
• Work on change requests, new enhancements, and production defect fixes.
• Ensure compliance with coding standards, performance optimization, and quality guidelines.

2. Maintenance & Production Support

• Provide L3-level support for production incidents and issue resolution.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and implement permanent fixes for recurring issues.
• Participate in on-call support rotations and handle job abends, scheduling, and restarts.
• Coordinate with operations and support teams for job monitoring and batch optimization.

3. Database and File Management

• Write efficient SQL queries and embedded DB2 SQL within COBOL programs.
• Work with VSAM files, sequential datasets, and data manipulation utilities.
• Analyze performance issues related to I/O, indexes, and locking mechanisms.

4. Analysis & Documentation

• Understand business requirements, prepare technical design documents (TDD) and impact analysis.
• Participate in code reviews, peer testing, and QA coordination.
• Maintain version control and deployment documentation using tools such as Endevor, Changeman, or Serena.

5. Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with business analysts, testers, and project managers to ensure timely delivery.
• Provide knowledge transfer (KT) and mentoring for junior developers.
• Participate in agile ceremonies or waterfall review cycles based on project methodology.

Technical Skills Required

Category

Technologies / Tools

Programming Languages

COBOL, JCL, CICS

Databases

DB2, VSAM

Operating System

IBM z/OS, MVS

Utilities / Tools

File-Aid, Abend-AID, Expeditor, QMF, SPUFI

Job Scheduling

CA7, Control-M (or equivalent)

Version Control

Endevor, Changeman, Serena

Debugging & Monitoring

Xpediter, Abend-AID, ISPF, SDSF

Additional (Good to Have)

REXX, Easytrieve, MQ, API Integration basics

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and debugging ability.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Strong customer focus and ownership mindset for production stability.
• Experience working in agile or ITIL-based environments.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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