Technical Support Analyst - COBOL/Mainframe

Porto, Porto District, Portugal on site Until 9/30/2026 1+ years exp First posted April 2, 2026 Last posted August 1, 2026
Job description

Alongside partners with organizations to drive digital transformation and build high-performing tech teams.

We are looking for a Technical Support Analyst - COBOL/Mainframe to join a project at a company specializing in the management of financial markets.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure the availability and stability of services in the European market by monitoring production and test environments.
  • Assist in the resolution of operational alerts and incidents, including complex issues in Mainframe applications.
  • Support the management of tickets for incidents, changes, and service requests, ensuring SLA compliance.
  • Participate in the execution of critical incident procedures, root cause analysis, and preparation of post-incident reports.
  • Contribute to the creation and maintenance of operational procedures, knowledge articles, and best practices.
  • Collaborate with development teams on application issues, enhancements, and maintenance tasks.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
  • Experience in IT support or production support (1–3 years preferred).
  • Knowledge of Mainframe systems and COBOL.
  • Basic knowledge of Linux.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced, 24/7 environments.
  • Excellent communication skills in English.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently or in a team.

Benefits

  • Technical guidance and continuous mentorship
  • Participation in real-world projects
  • Collaborative environment with a focus on professional growth
  • Opportunity for career progression
  • Hybrid work model: Porto office (1 day per week of home office)

About this role

Summary

Support mainframe systems, resolve incidents, assist with operational procedures and collaborate with development teams.

Job title

Technical Support Analyst - COBOL/Mainframe

Experience level

1-3 years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

financial markets

Location requirements

Porto, Portugal, hybrid work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

mainframecobollinuxcommunication

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

mainframecobol
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Porto, Portugal

Hybrid City