Software Engineer (Cobol, Oracle, Python)

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Responsibilities

• Provide targeted, effective and efficient BAU support for the ISEC platform, including remediation of scheduling errors, user queries and data issues
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and performance issues
• Manage incidents and problems through to the desired outcome using initiative alongside best support practices
• Design, develop, and maintain application using Cobol, Oracle Forms, Python, PL/SQL and Shell Scripting (LINUX)
• Provide Out Of Hours Support on a rota basis
• Collaborate with business teams to gather requirements, design solutions, and deliver new smaller scale features as part of the BAU ‘CR’ process
• Ensure high-quality code through unit testing, integration testing, and code reviews.
• Prepare technical documentation and user manuals for developed applications.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and suggest improvements to existing systems.
  

What You'll Bring to Numerator

Requirements

• 5 - 7 years of professional experience in software development and application support.
• Proficiency in Cobol, Python, Oracle Forms, PL/SQL and Shell Scripting (LINUX)
• Strong Oracle database experience, including SQL query optimization and data modeling.
• Hands-on experience with front-end and back-end development.
• Understanding of ITIL processes related to support and incident handling.
• Solid understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including where development documentation is not present
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills - including explaining technical issues and solutions to non-technical colleagues
• Experience with ITSM tooling such as Service Now and Jira
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies, DevOps practices and ITIL processes such as Incident and Problem Management
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure / AWS) and modern development frameworks.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
  

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Certifications in Oracle or Python are an added advantage.