EOI: ADABAS-D/Natural Developer

Job Description:

DXC Technology (NYSE:DXC) - where brilliant people embrace change and seize opportunities to advance their careers and amplify customer success.  

People are the heart of our business. We support each other and work as a team, globally and locally to deliver excellence for our customers and colleagues. We live in more than 70 countries, speak multiple languages and work with over 6,000 customers on almost every continent. We use the power of technology to deliver technology services that move the world. DXC.com 

We are seeking an experienced Adabas-D / Natural Developer to join our dynamic IT team. We need the candidate with experience in natural programming with Adabas -D on a midrange Windows platform.

• MUST: Adabas-D and Natural programming skills or someone who has exceptional Cobol skills that is willing to learn a new language (Natural)
• The ideal candidate will have experience in developing, maintaining, and supporting Natural and Adabas-D applications.
• This role involves collaborating with business analysts, project managers, and other developers to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet the needs of our business.

Key Responsibilities:

Software Development and Maintenance:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Adabas-D and Natural.
• Write efficient, reusable, and reliable code according to specifications.
• Perform code reviews and ensure compliance with coding standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues in a timely manner.

Project Management and Collaboration:

• Work closely with business analysts to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Collaborate with project managers to plan, execute, and deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospective meetings as part of the Agile development process.

System Integration and Optimization:

• Integrate new software with existing systems and platforms.
• Optimize application performance and ensure scalability.
• Identify and implement improvements to existing processes and systems.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure that software solutions are thoroughly tested and meet the highest quality standards.
• Collaborate with QA teams to define and implement test strategies and plans.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in Natural development with Adabas-D
• Strong understanding of mainframe environments and related technologies.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases.
• Experience with software development methodologies, particularly Agile/Scrum.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation.
• Conduct training sessions to improve the technical skills of the team.

NOTE: Must be eligible for Australian Government clearance.

Trust, Transform & Thrive with a company whose mission is to lead clients on their digital transformation journeys, DXC Technology will be recognized globally as a force multiplier, enabling clients to seize the opportunities presented by today's rapidly changing technologies.

If you are a self-starter with a strong customer focus and a results oriented approach complimented by your strong verbal and written communication skills, we would like to hear from you. 

Your working environment  

Virtual/flexible/on-site/travel 
In alignment with our commitment to fostering a flexible and dynamic work environment, we have adopted a hybrid working approach that acknowledges the importance of in-person collaboration while recognising that the determination of your work location will be based on a range of factors to ensure both individual preferences and operational requirements are met

Our culture and benefits 

DXC is committed to building better futures for our customers, colleagues, environment, and communities. We take care of each other and foster a culture of inclusion, belonging and corporate citizenship. We put this to action developing and implementing societal initiatives within our Social Impact Practice. #WeAreDXC 

As an employer of choice, our “people first” philosophy means we offer competitive remuneration, benefits, training and career opportunities that reflect our commitment to improving the lives of our employees, and the communities in which we live and work.  

How to apply & our commitment to you in return 

If you would like to be part of a culture that drives innovation, delivers results, rewards performance and encourages ideas, then please press the "Apply Now" button to submit your resume. 

In return, we agree to ensure a hiring process that is enjoyable, thorough, and fair. We strive to provide an environment that lets you thrive and show off the very best version of yourself, while learning about us at the same time.  

Interviews and onboarding are conducted online, as part of us being a virtual-first company. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer  

DXC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we welcome submissions from people from all walks of life. We celebrate our diversity and recognise it is the unique contributions of our people that give us our edge.  

Accommodation of special needs for qualified candidates may be considered within the framework of the DXC Accommodation Policy. In addition, DXC Technology is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to support qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

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