Systems Developer: COBOL/Assembler to Java - Clearance Required

OPEN Data Jobs seeks a highly experienced Senior Software Engineer to play a key role in the modernization of the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) Mechanization of Contract Administration Services (MOCAS) system. This position focuses on developing and implementing advanced solutions for automated COBOL/Assembler-to-Java code translation, ensuring seamless integration with relational databases, cloud environments, and AI/ML-powered tools.

In this role, you will collaborate with government subject matter experts (SMEs), architects, and engineers to analyze, optimize, and modernize legacy code structures. You will be instrumental in aligning the modernization efforts with DoD digital transformation initiatives, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity and enterprise support standards.

This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a mission-critical federal IT modernization project, leveraging your expertise in Java, full-stack development, AI/ML integration, and Agile methodologies. If you are passionate about legacy system transformation, cloud-based architectures, and secure software modernization, we invite you to join our team and drive innovation in federal IT.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement solutions supporting the automated translation of MOCAS COBOL/Assembler code to Java.

• Work with government SMEs to analyze, optimize, and modernize legacy code structures.
• Ensure functional integration of translated code with relational databases and cloud environments.
• Utilize AI/ML-powered tools for code translation and process automation.
• Collaborate with architects and engineers to align modernization efforts with DoD digital transformation initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with cybersecurity and enterprise support standards outlined in the PWS.

Requirements

Experience

• 10+ years in application development, including modernization of legacy mainframe-based systems.

Technical Skills

• Expertise in Java, HTML, .NET, AngularJS, JavaScript, SOAP, REST APIs, Web-Based APIs, and mobile development.
• Experience with COBOL-to-Java modernization in federal agencies (DoD preferred) or financial sector mainframe systems.
• Proficiency in hierarchical and relational databases.
• Experience with full-stack development, Agile methodologies, and AI/ML implementation.

Security Clearance and Certifications:

• IT-II security clearance or an active NACLC at the time of proposal submission.
• DoD 8570 Baseline Certification: IAM Level II.
• Relevant certification from a nationally recognized authority.

Education and Training

• BS in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

Our client, a fast growing, SBA 8(a) certified, premium IT services and solutions organization, focuses on partnering with our clients to improve their productivity and operational efficiency. With more than 15 years of experience developing innovative enterprise IT solutions for a range of government and commercial clients. They have earned the reputation for being a transparent and dependable business partner for their clients. Their ranking as one of the best in the services industry stems from their team of A+ players who constantly push the envelope to achieve better than best results. With a deep understanding of IT, their breadth and depth of experience helps us offer world-class solutions to their clients. They are continuously recognized by their clients for their performance, timely delivery, and more importantly their insightful, robust, and innovative solutions.

Company Culture and Values: Our clients’ culture is one of creativity and participation in a cooperative, progressive workplace. They prosper because their leaders and associates can adapt to change, stand tough on issues, think differently and act early. Their culture is defined by honesty, respect for individuals, transparency, and teamwork. They have an ideal equilibrium of values, work and play, where all employees get opportunities to grow both professionally & personally.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement: Our client is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.