Canada Remote (Country) Employment CAD 115,000 - 135,000 Yearly

Cognizant is hiring an OmniPlus Technical Specialist

About the Role

Cognizant is looking for an OmniPlus Technical Specialist to join our team. This fully remote role requires deep technical expertise to design, develop, optimize, and support product solutions that align with organizational goals, specifically within the Retirement domain.

What You'll Do

  • Design and implement robust product architectures based on business and technical requirements.
  • Develop and enhance system components using COBOL, VSAM, OmniPlus, OmniScript, and Linux Shell Scripting.
  • Analyze and optimize systems to improve performance, maintainability, and scalability.
  • Work closely with distributed teams to ensure seamless integration of product features.
  • Create and maintain detailed technical documentation.
  • Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality and compliance with standards.
  • Lead troubleshooting activities to resolve complex production issues.
  • Ensure adherence to industry regulations, security standards, and best practices.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies to drive innovation.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to align on project goals and deliverables.
  • Support continuous improvement across systems, tools, and methodologies.

What We're Looking For

  • Strong hands-on experience in Linux Shell Scripting, OmniPlus, OmniScript, VSAM, and COBOL.
  • Experience designing and implementing product architectures in remote or hybrid environments.
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
  • Proactive learning mindset and adaptability to new technologies.

Nice to Have

  • Retirement domain or Life & Annuities Insurance experience.

Technical Stack

  • Linux Shell Scripting
  • OmniPlus
  • OmniScript
  • VSAM
  • COBOL

Benefits & Compensation

  • Compensation: CAD $115,000 – $135,000
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Prescription drug benefits
  • Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
  • Life insurance, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
  • RRSP with company match
  • Paid vacation aligned to provincial standards
  • Paid statutory holidays and personal/wellness days
  • Remote work flexibility
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional certification support
  • Access to continuous learning and internal mobility programs

Work Mode

This is a fully remote position open to candidates across Canada.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer.

Required Skills
Linux Shell ScriptingOmniPlusOmniScriptVSAMCOBOLProduct ArchitectureAnalyticalTroubleshootingCommunicationPrioritization
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Cognizant

Cognizant is a global technology and professional services leader, empowering clients to reimagine processes, innovate and transform in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. In the UK, we work with major public sector bodies to deliver secure, scalable, citizen-centred digital services that make a real impact.

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Job Details
Department Software Development
Category other
Posted 14 days ago