Retail and Consumer Products > Information Technology
Job summary (150 characters)
We currently have an opportunity for an experienced COBOL Application Developer to join our IT team in a long-term, permanent role. This position is critical to the ongoing success of the business and is ideal for someone who is looking to build a lasting career, develop deep system and business knowledge, and become a trusted technical custodian of our core merchandise systems. Whilst initially working on reviewing and removing redundant code in the short term. This process will enable you to over time, gain a strong understanding of how the business operates end-to-end and play a key role in ensuring continuity, reliability, and future enhancement of our core platforms.
About the role
The Application Developer – COBOL is responsible for providing technical support and direction by maintaining, enhancing, and documenting the Company's proprietary COBOL-based merchandise management system. This role also supports other internally developed applications and systems that integrate with the core merchandise platform.
What will you do?
* Maintain, support, and enhance the proprietary COBOL-based merchandise management system.
* Develop and support existing applications using COBOL in accordance with business-defined standards and best practices.
* Review, refactor, and optimise existing COBOL programs to improve performance, simplify logic, and remove redundant code.
* Design and implement system enhancements and technical solutions aligned to business requirements.
* Produce and maintain documentation, including process flows, system architecture, and user guides for new and existing applications.
* Ensure data integrity, system reliability, and security across supported applications.
* Support and maintain effective integration between the merchandise management system and other IT infrastructure.
* Manage, coordinate, and maintain intranet functionality, including the repairs tracking system.
* Assist with the development and support of other in-house managed applications as required.
* Perform daily stock replenishment activities to stores, including general picking.
* Complete ad-hoc tasks and general administrative duties as required.
The sparkle we're looking for
* 3+ years' experience in a similar role with application development.
* Strong knowledge and hands‐on experience with COBOL programming.
* Solid understanding of ICT systems, processes, and application support environments.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
* Excellent analytical skills as well as close attention to detail.
* Ability to develop and maintain professional working relationships within the team and external stakeholders.
* Ability to deliver outcomes with minimal direct supervision.
* Proven ability to meet deadlines, manage competing priorities, and adapt in a changing environment.
* Proactive, innovative, self‐motivated, and enthusiastic approach to work.
Benefits
Our Summer Hill Support Office offers convenience and comfort. Located close to public transport, your commute is made easy. If you prefer to drive, you'll enjoy a designated undercover parking bay. As part of the JPL Group, you'll receive generous Team Member discounts across our three brands.
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