WPS—A health solutions company
Role Snapshot
Our Senior COBOL Developer is responsible for enhancing and maintaining complex applications, as well as developing detailed technical specifications. This role involves leading and supporting the design, development, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of programs. This developer will interpret client requirements and collaborate closely with cross‑functional Information Systems teams. In our mainframe environment we rely on senior developers to have recent experience and a strong understanding of CICS. Besides COBOL, we have a robust DB2 environment as well.
Salary Range $95,000 ~ $115,000 (base pay offered for this position may vary within the posted range based on experience)
Work Location Our first consideration will be for the new employee to live in the state of Wisconsin to take advantage of hybrid work and collaboration. Employees living within 45 miles of WPS Headquarters (1717 W. Broadway, Madison, WI) will be expected to work hybrid two days a week. As a secondary consideration, we do offer remote work in approved states: Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin. If not regionally local to Madison, WI, frequent monthly travel to our WPS Headquarters will be expected.
Responsibilities
Enjoy COBOL development and have worked on large enterprise‑level development projects.
Analyze requirements and prepare specifications and documentation in accordance with departmental standards.
Design, develop, test, and integrate applications ensuring adherence to defined SDLC and change‑control processes.
Provide comprehensive analysis, design, and support for departmental applications and programs.
Conduct research and resolve issues related to business data processing.
Translate technical concepts into business terminology to bridge communication between IT and clients.
Provide production support to ensure high levels of customer service.
Serve as technical lead for medium‑to‑large‑scale assigned development efforts and projects.
Partner with quality‑assurance teams to validate and test applications.
Perform peer reviews of code and technical documentation to maintain quality standards.
Use source‑control tools to safeguard code integrity, including prior versions.
Coordinate and communicate development activities with other teams, including database management, infrastructure, and QA.
Manage multiple concurrent initiatives and escalation of issues appropriately.
Minimum Qualifications
U.S. citizenship is required for this position due to Department of Defense restrictions.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent related work experience.
Five or more years of experience in application development, implementation, and support.
Proven expertise in mainframe development, with advanced proficiency in COBOL, TSO, JCL, CICS, MVS, and File Aid.
Solid proficiency with VSAM file structures.
Strong background in relational databases such as DB2 and SQL.
Experience applying Agile methodology in departmental projects.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
Strong verbal and communication skills with ability to explain technical information to non‑technical audiences.
Preferred Qualifications
Expertise in mainframe development with advanced proficiency in COBOL, TSO, JCL, CICS, MVS, and File Aid.
Exposure to WPS’s mainframe systems and Tricare business line.
Remote Work Requirements
High‑speed cable or fiber internet.
Minimum of 10 Mbps downstream and at least 1 Mbps upstream internet connection.
Refer to Remote Worker FAQs for additional information.
Benefits
Remote and hybrid work options available.
Performance bonus and/or merit increase opportunities.
401(k) with a 100 % match for the first 3 % of your salary and a 50 % match for the next 2 % of your salary (100 % vested immediately).
Competitive paid time off.
Health insurance, dental insurance, and telehealth services start DAY 1.
Professional and leadership development programs.
Additional benefits: https://www.wpshealthsolutions.com/careers/fulltime_benefits.shtml
Who We Are WPS, a health solutions company, is a leading not‑for‑profit health insurer and federal government contractor headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin. WPS offers health insurance plans for individuals, families, seniors, and group health plans for small to large businesses. We process claims and provide customer support for beneficiaries of the Medicare program and manage benefits for millions of active‑duty and retired military personnel across the U.S. and abroad. WPS has been making healthcare easier for the people we serve for nearly 80 years. Proud to be military and veteran ready.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Information Technology
Industries Insurance
Important Note DoD contractors and their personnel are subject to screening and background investigation prior to being granted access to sensitive data.
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Salary Range $95,000 ~ $115,000 (base pay offered for this position may vary within the posted range based on experience)
Work Location Our first consideration will be for the new employee to live in the state of Wisconsin to take advantage of hybrid work and collaboration. Employees living within 45 miles of WPS Headquarters (1717 W. Broadway, Madison, WI) will be expected to work hybrid two days a week. As a secondary consideration, we do offer remote work in approved states: Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin. If not regionally local to Madison, WI, frequent monthly travel to our WPS Headquarters will be expected.
Responsibilities
Enjoy COBOL development and have worked on large enterprise‑level development projects.
Analyze requirements and prepare specifications and documentation in accordance with departmental standards.
Design, develop, test, and integrate applications ensuring adherence to defined SDLC and change‑control processes.
Provide comprehensive analysis, design, and support for departmental applications and programs.
Conduct research and resolve issues related to business data processing.
Translate technical concepts into business terminology to bridge communication between IT and clients.
Provide production support to ensure high levels of customer service.
Serve as technical lead for medium‑to‑large‑scale assigned development efforts and projects.
Partner with quality‑assurance teams to validate and test applications.
Perform peer reviews of code and technical documentation to maintain quality standards.
Use source‑control tools to safeguard code integrity, including prior versions.
Coordinate and communicate development activities with other teams, including database management, infrastructure, and QA.
Manage multiple concurrent initiatives and escalation of issues appropriately.
Minimum Qualifications
U.S. citizenship is required for this position due to Department of Defense restrictions.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent related work experience.
Five or more years of experience in application development, implementation, and support.
Proven expertise in mainframe development, with advanced proficiency in COBOL, TSO, JCL, CICS, MVS, and File Aid.
Solid proficiency with VSAM file structures.
Strong background in relational databases such as DB2 and SQL.
Experience applying Agile methodology in departmental projects.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
Strong verbal and communication skills with ability to explain technical information to non‑technical audiences.
Preferred Qualifications
Expertise in mainframe development with advanced proficiency in COBOL, TSO, JCL, CICS, MVS, and File Aid.
Exposure to WPS’s mainframe systems and Tricare business line.
Remote Work Requirements
High‑speed cable or fiber internet.
Minimum of 10 Mbps downstream and at least 1 Mbps upstream internet connection.
Refer to Remote Worker FAQs for additional information.
Benefits
Remote and hybrid work options available.
Performance bonus and/or merit increase opportunities.
401(k) with a 100 % match for the first 3 % of your salary and a 50 % match for the next 2 % of your salary (100 % vested immediately).
Competitive paid time off.
Health insurance, dental insurance, and telehealth services start DAY 1.
Professional and leadership development programs.
Additional benefits: https://www.wpshealthsolutions.com/careers/fulltime_benefits.shtml
Who We Are WPS, a health solutions company, is a leading not‑for‑profit health insurer and federal government contractor headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin. WPS offers health insurance plans for individuals, families, seniors, and group health plans for small to large businesses. We process claims and provide customer support for beneficiaries of the Medicare program and manage benefits for millions of active‑duty and retired military personnel across the U.S. and abroad. WPS has been making healthcare easier for the people we serve for nearly 80 years. Proud to be military and veteran ready.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Information Technology
Industries Insurance
Important Note DoD contractors and their personnel are subject to screening and background investigation prior to being granted access to sensitive data.
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