Senior COBOL Developer and Mainframe Migrator
Resume:
Steven Frann
Manchester, NH ****4
******.*****@*****.***
Summary
Accomplished COBOL Programmer/Analyst with experience in mainframe migration, legacy system maintenance, and AWS cloud integration. Demonstrated expertise in modifying COBOL code for regulatory compliance, troubleshooting errors, and conducting regression testing. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable solutions for clients in government, healthcare, and utilities sectors.
Technical Proficiencies
Programming & Databases: Rocket Software (Micro Focus) COBOL, OpenVMS VAX and Alpha COBOL, Oracle RdB embedded SQL, Oracle embedded SQL, SQLServer 2005 and 2008
Development Tools & IDEs: Rocket Software (Micro Focus) Enterprise Developer, Eclipse, Microsoft Visual Studio 2008, 2010 and 2012, Microsoft VSCode, TOAD, MySQL Workbench, DECForms, CMS
Operating Systems & Hardware: Microsoft Windows, Sun UNIX, VAX and Alpha hardware and OpenVMS operating system software
Education
Bachelor of Science in Science and Humanities, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA
09/1976 – 06/1980
Master of Liberal Arts, Naropa University, Oakland, CA
09/1999 – 12/2021
Professional Development
Introductory Python programming language class, Manchester Community College, Manchester, NH Fall, 2024
Introductory Java programming language class, Manchester Community College, Manchester, NH Spring, 2025
Professional Experience
COBOL Programmer/Analyst Eviden, remote
11/2022 – 12/2023
Collaborated with a working group to migrate a COBOL application from an IBM mainframe to a COBOL environment on Windows server hosted on AWS, ensuring seamless transition.
Ensured successful compilation and execution of COBOL programs within AWS cloud infrastructure, enabling reliable application performance in the new environment.
Performed comprehensive testing to troubleshoot and resolve errors identified in migrated code, improving system stability and reducing post-migration issues.
Utilized Rocket Software (Micro Focus) Enterprise Developer and Windows Server on AWS to support migration and ongoing maintenance.
Contract Software Developer Cleveland Cliffs Steel, West Chester, OH
08/2021 – 6/2022
Executed modifications to company identification details on system screens following a corporate merger, ensuring accurate branding across platforms.
Conducted extensive regression testing to validate the integrity of changes related to the corporate merger, minimizing risk of system errors.
Delivered timely progress updates to management regarding the status of this undertaking, supporting informed decision-making throughout the project.
Utilized OpenVMS 7.1 VAX, OpenVMS 7.3-1 Alpha, and COBOL to implement and test system changes.
Senior Software Developer Information Delivery Systems on site at the US Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, DC
Maintained a legacy procurement application on OpenVMS by modifying COBOL and Oracle RdB embedded SQL code to meet regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance.
Rectified user-reported bugs within the OpenVMS environment, improving application reliability and user satisfaction.
Delivered comprehensive training on OpenVMS VAX and Alpha hardware and system operations, enhancing team technical proficiency.
Transitioned the application to inquiry-only access to preserve historical data, supporting audit and compliance needs.
Authored system operations and code change documentation to support high reliability and minimize downtime.
Utilized OpenVMS 8.3, COBOL, CMS, DECForms, embedded Oracle RdB SQL to implement and test changes.
Senior Software Developer Information Delivery Systems on site at the US Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, DC
4/2020 – 7/2021
Analyzed database tables and data structures in preparation for conversion to an off-the-shelf software package, ensuring data integrity and compatibility.
Utilized Windows 10, TOAD, and MySQL Workbench to support analysis and documentation of existing database environments.
Contract Programmer Infosys on site at Prime Therapeutics, Eagan, MN
10/2015 - 03/2016
Contributed to the development of a confidential communication database, implementing necessary system modifications for its update.
Remedied identified flaws within the existing code base, improving application stability and performance.
Utilized OpenVMS 8.4 and COBOL to implement and test system enhancements.
Senior Software Systems Engineer Select Computing, Inc., Washington, DC
02/2015 - 09/2015
Engineered enhancements for the US Small Business Administration’s loan processing application written in COBOL, increasing processing efficiency.
Modified Perl scripts to document program inputs and outputs, improving traceability and system documentation.
Utilized Rocket Software (Micro Focus) COBOL, UNIX, and embedded Oracle SQL to support application enhancements.
COBOL Programmer SEDC (now Meridian), Atlanta, GA
10/2014 – 01/2015
Developed enhancements for a COBOL application supporting all operational facets of cooperative utility companies, expanding system functionality.
Resolved errors identified within the code base, improving system reliability and user experience.
Conducted code reviews of changes made by colleagues to ensure quality control and adherence to coding standards.
Utilized Rocket Software (Micro Focus) COBOL, UNIX, and embedded Oracle SQL to maintain and enhance applications.
Senior Software Engineer Tiburon Inc. (now Central Square), Hillsboro, OR
04/2012 – 01/2014
Engineered multiple interface programs to ingest vendor data in various formats (text, XML) into Tiburon’s law-enforcement records tracking system, improving data integration.
Customized Tiburon’s record management system screens to fulfill client requirements, enhancing user experience and system usability.
Utilized Rocket Software (Micro Focus) COBOL, MS Visual Studio 2008, Team Foundation Server, and MS SQLSERVER to deliver robust solutions.
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