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Iseries Synon Cobol As400 Developer

Company: Jobs Via Dice

Location: Schaumburg, IL

Posted on: November 14

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We are seeking a highly experienced iSeries SYNON / COBOL AS400 Developer for a contract role in Schaumburg, IL. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in AS400 Mid-Range Systems, Synon (CA/2E), and COBOL/400, along with strong functional knowledge of Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) operations. This role involves hands-on development, team leadership, and collaboration with business and capability teams to deliver robust, scalable, and efficient solutions.Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze and interpret functional and technical requirements.
  • Collaborate with business and capability teams to refine requirements.
  • Perform hands-on development using CA/2E (Synon), COBOL/400, CLLE, and SQL.
  • Lead a cross-functional onshore/offshore development team.
  • Work closely with client stakeholders for requirement clarifications and solution discussions.
  • Enhance system performance through application optimization and fine-tuning.
  • Participate actively in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and sprint activities.
  • Provide technical mentorship and contribute to the team s technology roadmap.
  • Ensure compliance with PBM industry standards, MED D pricing, benefit plan, patient pay, and regulatory requirements.
  • Utilize ACMS/MOM and DB2/400 to support application development and data management.

Required Skills & Experience:

  • 15+ years hands-on experience in CA/2E (Synon) programming, array handling, commit control.
  • 8+ years experience with COBOL/400, COBOL ILE, and CLLE development.
  • Strong exposure to AS400 Mid-Range systems and DB2/400.
  • Experience with ACMS/MOM environments.
  • Deep functional knowledge in core PBM processes adjudication, pricing, accumulators, MED D pricing, benefit plan, patient pay, and regulatory compliance.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and client interaction skills.
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams and onshore-offshore models.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior experience in healthcare or PBM domain.
  • Leadership experience in guiding developers and coordinating client deliverables.
  • Knowledge of technology roadmap planning and continuous improvement practices.