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Legacy Systems Modernization Engineer/Architect (COBOL/RPG)

  • Job ID: 2025-109763
  • Torre Universal Sabana Sur Este Ave. 12 San Jose 10102 Costa Rica
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Job Description

We are executing a large-scale modernization initiative for a leading and well-known client in the healthcare industry. The goal is to migrate a legacy platform built on COBOL, RPG, and DB2 to a modern architecture using Databricks, React, and MongoDB. The project involves extracting data and business logic from legacy programs, converting it into JSON format, and integrating it into modern cloud-based systems.

 

As part of this transformation, We are seeking a COBOL and RPG Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead the analysis, documentation, and transformation of legacy code and data structures. You will play a critical role in bridging legacy and modern systems, working alongside a multidisciplinary team of Java, Python, and QA engineers to ensure accurate migration of business logic and data. 

Qualifications

Your Skills and Experience:

  • 8+ years of experience in COBOL development, including both batch and online processing.

  • 5+ years of experience with RPG (RPG III, IV, or Free Format).

  • Deep expertise in DB2 and legacy relational data modeling.

  • Proven experience in legacy system modernization or data migration projects.

  • Proven ability to reverse-engineer and interpret complex legacy codebases.

  • Familiarity with JSON, ETL processes, and modern data formats.

  • Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.

Additional Information

Set Yourself Apart With:

  • Experience in projects involving MongoDB, Databricks, or cloud-based data platforms.

  • Exposure to modern development practices and data engineering concepts.

  • Prior involvement in greenfield system redesigns or technology transformation programs.

Contract type: full-time contractor (40 hours/week)

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