AC Manila - COBOL Mainframe Associate

Job Summary

At PwC, our people in software and product innovation focus on developing cutting-edge software solutions and driving product innovation to meet the evolving needs of clients. These individuals combine technical experience with creative thinking to deliver innovative software products and solutions. Those in software engineering at PwC will focus on developing innovative software solutions to drive digital transformation and enhance business performance. In this field, you will use your knowledge to design, code, and test cutting-edge applications that revolutionise industries and deliver exceptional user experiences.

Job Description

Driven by curiosity, you are a reliable, contributing member of a team. In our fast-paced environment, you are expected to adapt to working with a variety of clients and team members, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. You are expected to take ownership and consistently deliver quality work that drives value for our clients and success as a team. As you navigate through the Firm, you build a brand for yourself, opening doors to more opportunities.

Skills

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Apply a learning mindset and take ownership for your own development.
• Appreciate diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Adopt habits to sustain high performance and develop your potential.
• Actively listen, ask questions to check understanding, and clearly express ideas.
• Seek, reflect, act on, and give feedback.
• Gather information from a range of sources to analyse facts and discern patterns.
• Commit to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness.
• Learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), uphold the Firms code of conduct and independence requirements.
  
  

The Opportunity

When you join PwC Acceleration Centers (ACs), you step into a pivotal role focused on actively supporting various Acceleration Center services, from Advisory to Assurance, Tax and Business Services. In our innovative hubs, you’ll engage in challenging projects and provide distinctive services to support client engagements through enhanced quality and innovation. You’ll also participate in dynamic and digitally enabled training that is designed to grow your technical and professional skills.

As part of the Software Engineering team you will engage in the exciting world of COBOL programming and contribute to modernizing legacy systems. As an Associate you will focus on learning and supporting project tasks while developing your skills in programming and system analysis. This role offers a unique chance to deepen your technical knowledge and build meaningful connections within a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the modernization of legacy systems through COBOL programming
• Support project tasks while enhancing programming and system analysis skills
• Collaborate with team members to foster a learning environment
• Contribute to the development of technical solutions and improvements
• Build relationships within the team to facilitate knowledge sharing
• Engage in continuous learning to deepen technical proficiency
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback
• Uphold established practices in software development and project management
  
  

What You Must Have

• Bachelors Degree
• 1 to 3 years of experience
• Oral and written proficiency in English required
  
  

What Sets You Apart

• Experience with code analysis tools and automated conversion utilities
• Familiarity with modern application architectures and design patterns
• Demonstrating problem-solving and analytical skills
• Documenting technical specifications and conversion processes
• Excelling in communication and collaboration
• Utilizing version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines
• Strong proficiency in COBOL programming and understanding of mainframe/midrange systems
• Hands-on experience converting COBOL code to modern languages including Java, C#, Node.js, and Python
• Strong knowledge of legacy database and storage technologies including DB2, IMS, and VSAM
• Experience with both mainframe (z/OS) and midrange (AS/400, iSeries) platforms
• Understanding of modern cloud-first technology stacks and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  
  

Company Overview

 PwC AC Manilas Consulting Services are designed to provide industry expertise and innovative solutions through Cloud & Digital services. Our goal is to assist businesses in driving growth, optimizing operations, and seizing opportunities. With our team of professionals, cutting-edge technology, and deep industry knowledge, we help businesses stay ahead of the competition, deliver strategic solutions, and unlock long-term value.

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