HPNS COBOL Engineer

This position requires the successful candidate to work on a W2 directly with FDM. We cannot accept C2C, 1099 or employment sponsorship (e.g. H1-B) for this position.

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy delivering client and industry driven solutions through our 5 core specialist Practices; Software Engineering, Data & Analytics, IT Operations, Change & Transformation, and Risk, Regulation & Compliance.

FDM is seeking a HPNS COBOL Engineer located in St. Petersburg, FL to support a project in the Financial Services sector. Involvement in this project is anticipated to last initially 12 months but may be extended.

This role will be hybrid with requirements to be in office 3 days per week.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with HP NonStop (Tandem) systems.
• Strong proficiency in COBOL programming.
• Experience with Enscribe, Pathway, and Guardian subsystems.
• Familiarity with TACL scripting, SQL/NonStop SQL, and batch processing.
• Solid understanding of financial services back-office processes (settlements, clearing, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Base24, SOAP/REST APIs, or integration with modern platforms.
• Knowledge of ITIL processes and change management.
• Exposure to modernization projects involving HP NonStop systems.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience).

FDM powers the people behind tech and innovation. We spot trends, find top talent, and help businesses stay ahead.

With 35+ years of experience, we coach, mentor, and launch fresh thinkers from diverse backgrounds into world-class careers. Partnering with top global companies, we deliver the right talent at the right time—while guiding our people toward exponential growth.

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Tech careers should be for everyone. With 80+ nationalities represented, FDM thrives on diversity, fuels innovation through unique perspectives, and celebrates success together. As an Equal Opportunity Employer and FTSE4Good-listed company, we ensure every qualified applicant gets a fair shot—no barriers, just opportunities.

Additional Considerations

FDM Group, Inc. is registered to operate and hire employees in select states within the US. We will consider employment applications exclusively from candidates who are either residing in one of the following states or willing to relocate to them: Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Virginia.