Key factors at a glance
- Seniority
- Mid
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Work mode
- Hybrid
- Salary
- Not stated
- Required working language
- Swedish, English
Must-haves
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or relevant experience
- 10+ years of system development experience
- Proven track record in programming languages like Mainframe, DB2, Cobol, SQL
- Experience with IBM Developer for z/OS and Visual Studio
- Experience in analyzing and optimizing DB2 databases
- Strong interest in leveraging AI for efficiency and productivity
- Knowledge of IMS
- Positive attitude towards continuous improvement
- Enjoy working in teams
- Analytical skills with technical understanding in Lending
- Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks
- Curious, driven, and self-organized problem solver
- Social and communicative in Swedish and English
- Willingness to cooperate with various stakeholders
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with AI-assisted development tools
- Full Stack experience with product and loan systems
- Experience working with Lending systems
- Agile working experience
- Confident in leading interpretations of regulations and market standards
- Experience in design and architecture of complex initiatives
- Business analysis experience with functional and non-functional requirements
- Knowledge of lending processes from local branches or support
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Original posting
English<h2><span><strong>COBOL is far from outdated—it remains the backbone of many of today’s most business-critical systems.</strong></span></h2><h4><span>We are looking for an experienced developer who is passionate about leveraging their expertise to maintain, enhance, and modernize stable solutions that have a real impact. In this role, you will combine deep technical knowledge with exciting development initiatives, working in an environment that values both innovation and proven technologies. You will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and future readiness of systems that are essential to the business.</span></h4><p></p><h3>In Swedbank you have the opportunity to:</h3><ul><li><p><span>Work on development in an Agile scrum team that delivers business value</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>Work with infrastructure and integrations</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>Closely collaborate with other CFT teams in Lending and other groups</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>Receive feedback and discuss complex solutions with the Tech stream</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>Act as a mentor, sharing your knowledge with less experienced team members</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>Continuously improve the quality of our products by proactively reducing technical debt</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>Work in an environment that supports your individual growth and develop yourself within different areas of the tech stack</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"><span>Have fun and grow in your role within Swedbank!</span><br></p></li></ul><h3>What is needed in this role:</h3><ul><li><p><span>Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or relevant experience</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>10+ years of experience in system development & related tools</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Proven track record within relevant programming language such as Mainframe, DB2, Cobol & SQL coding skills</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Experience working with modern development tools, including IBM Developer for z/OS (IDz) and Visual Studio</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Experience in analyzing and optimizing DB2 databases</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Strong interest in leveraging AI to enhance efficiency, optimize processes, and improve productivity.</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>IMS knowledge</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Positive attitude towards continuous improvement and learning</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Enjoy working in teams</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Proactivity</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Analytical skills and experience within the Lending area combined with a technical understanding,</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Understanding of working close to data, databases and file deliveries and using tools such as SQL.</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>You are great at time management, prioritization, planning and information structuring.</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>You are curious, driven, proactive, self-organized and an analytical problem solver with a desire to improve and comfortable solving complex tasks.</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>You are social and communicative both in written and in oral in both Swedish and English</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Willing to cooperate with different counterparties.</span></p></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><br><span>It would be beneficial if you have/are:</span></p><ul><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Hands-on experience with AI-assisted development tools, including Claude Code and similar solutions</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Full Stack & experience with product and loan systems is seen as a big advantage</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Experience with working with Lending system</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Experience of working agile</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Confident in leading interpretations of upcoming regulations and market standards.</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Experience in design and architecture as well as leading more complex initiatives is a big plus</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Experience from business analysis, functional & non-functional requirements and testing.</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Knowledge on lending processes and background preferably from the local branches or lending support</span></p></li></ul><h3>With us, you can experience:</h3><ul><li><p>Personal and professional growth through self-leadership and continuous development.</p></li><li><p>Meaningful work that positively impacts our workplace, our customers, and society.</p></li><li><p>An open and collaborative culture that encourages cross-functional teamwork and provides networking opportunities.</p></li><li><p>A supportive and inclusive environment that promotes a balanced and sustainable work-life, with flexible working conditions when suitable for the role.</p></li><li><p>Enjoy country-specific <a target="_blank" href="https://www.swedbank.com/work-with-us/compensation-and-benefits.html">benefits</a>, including banking offers, a pension plan, our share-based reward program, health insurance in the Baltics and a health allowance in Sweden.</p></li></ul><p></p><h3>"Join our team and...</h3><p><span>become part of a team of professional colleagues within Swedish Lending at Group, Data & Technology, who enjoy having a good time at work, being there for each other and work together to create a strong team spirit. We have a constant focus on delivery, quality and contribute to Swedbank's position in society." As your future manager, I work according to our values, Open, Simple and Caring. I believe having fun and develop yourself through your work and colleagues is the best way to create value not only for our customers but most importantly for yourself. <strong>Safa Al-Shammaa</strong>, <strong>your future manager</strong></span></p><h4><br></h4><h4>We look forward to receiving your application by 07.10.2026. </h4><p><strong>Location: </strong><span>Sundbyberg</span></p><p><strong>Recruiting manager: </strong><span>Safa Al-Shammaa</span><br></p><p>We may begin the selection during the application period, so we welcome your application as soon as possible.</p><p><span>We would like to let you know that a background check and a drug test may be a part of the process for this role.</span></p><p><em>We have made our choice regarding recruitment media and therefore kindly decline contact with ad sellers or sellers of other recruitment services.</em></p><p><strong>Swedbank does not discriminate anybody based on gender, age, sexual orientation or sexual identity, ethnicity, religion or disability – everybody is welcome.</strong></p><p></p><p>#LI-Hybrid</p><p>#LI-MA1<br></p>
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