COBOL Software Engineer

Who we are

A coaching and learning ecosystem for talented and passionate tech professionals where you can find your next career goal in a diverse and multidisciplinary environment. At
Agile Actors
, you will experience continuous growth and development through coaching, learning, and practice An innovative self-paced personal development and rewarding model will support your advancement, and along with the necessary tools, appropriate learning material, and real projects from organizations that are leaders of the industry (both domestic and international), such as RedHat, Swissquote, Austrian Post, etc, cultivate a continuous growth mindset

Be part of both the customer's and the Agile Actor's team, providing high-quality deliverables for the former and contributing to the cultivation of an inclusive and developmental culture in the latter

Who are we looking for

We are looking for passionate, multi-talented IT professionals with technology, design and business backgrounds, as well as a great propensity for creative problem-solving, who want to join our local teams based in Athens.

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional experience with COBOL development, including familiarity with mainframe environments
• Experience with legacy system support and modernization projects
• Strong understanding of business processes related to banking or finance domains
• Ability to extend, troubleshoot, and resolve issues within existing COBOL applications
• Ability to design, implement, test, support, and take ownership of new transactions and backend systems
• Willingness to learn Big Data reporting tools (e.g., Hadoop)
• Excellent knowledge of Source control with Git

Highly Desired

• Familiarity with Unisys OS2200 Transactions, Batch Processing, ECL, DMS/RDMS database systems
• Knowledge of other programming languages (Java, C#, and Python) is a plus
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps or other source control/issue tracking systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good understanding of software development lifecycles and best practices
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within diverse teams

Benefits

Why Join Us?

At
Agile Actors
, we believe in a 
people-centered culture
 where your growth and development take center stage. Here, you're empowered to work on the most important product—
yourself
Collaborate with tech experts, stay ahead with cutting-edge skills that match market needs, and grow continuously in an environment designed to support your success.

• Personal Development Plan
   tailored with your coach to align with your career aspirations
• Internal Coaching Program
  empowering your growth, with experienced Coaches supporting both technical and soft skills development
• 360° Continuous Feedback Model
  to keep your skills and performance aligned with your goals
• Unlimited Training & Learning
  resources to cover all aspects of your professional growth
• Career Development Pathways
   offering mentoring, leadership programs, and opportunities to enhance technical and leadership skills
• Chapters (Internal Communities)
  for sharing knowledge, mentoring, and shaping technology's future
• Diverse Customer Ecosystem
  offering dynamic opportunities for career growth and development
• Onboarding Buddy
   to support and guide you from day one
• Tailored Remuneration Package
  that recognizes your expertise with a competitive salary and benefits
• Private Health Care Insurance
   to ensure your physical well-being
• Psychological Support
   through a professional helpline for you and your family, with 5 free sessions included to promote mental well-being
• Flexible Working conditions
  with fully remote options tailored to your assigned account
• Work-Life Balance
   with a culture that promotes flexibility and sustainability

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