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A government digital services provider is looking for a COBOL Software Engineer to join its team. In this hands-on role, you will lead a team of engineers, working to maintain and modernise crucial government platforms handling vital payments. You’ll need strong COBOL skills and the ability to influence technical direction while mentoring junior engineers. The position offers a competitive salary up to £59,813, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development while working in a hybrid setting. #J-18808-Ljbffr Salary: GBP 36000 - 60000 per year
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| Query | Country | Status | Response ms | Created |
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| COBOL Software Engineer – Lead Modernisation of Core Systems | fallback | 507 | 2026-03-21 19:26 | |
| junior software engineer in Leeds | gb | duplicate | 14654 | 2026-03-21 17:34 |
| junior software developer in Leeds | gb | duplicate | 14257 | 2026-03-21 17:29 |
| junior backend engineer in Leeds | gb | processed | 14006 | 2026-03-21 15:36 |
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