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Our COBOL infrastructure powers the financial systems behind almost 300 stores nationwide. We don't just maintain the past; we build the efficient, high-scale foundation for Dillard's future. \nPathways & Timelines\nThe Experienced Mainframe Expert: Bring your deep knowledge of enterprise systems to optimize, modernize, and architect high-volume data streams. You will mentor junior talent and solve complex architecture challenges starting as soon as you are hired.\n The Entry-Level Innovator (January 2027 Start): You have a foundation in programming (Java, Python, C++, etc.) and a desire to learn the language that runs global commerce. You will join our structured Information Technology Training Program kicking off in January 2027.\n The Internal Dillard’s Path (January 2027 Start): You already know our business, our culture, and our operations. If you have an analytical mindset and want to transition into corporate technology, we will train you through our Information Technology Training Program starting in January 2027.\nWhat You’ll Do\nDesign and Develop: Write, test, and refine robust COBOL code to support critical financial applications.\nOptimize Systems: Analyze existing mainframe processes to improve performance, reduce execution time, and ensure 24/7 reliability.\nCollaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with database administrators, business analysts, and modern web/cloud teams to integrate mainframe data with modern digital platforms.\nProblem Solve: Troubleshoot production anomalies, debug complex logic, and implement long-term structural solutions.\nWhat We Look For\nFor Experienced Candidates:\nSolid experience with COBOL, JCL, CICS, and DB2/VSAM or a willingness to learn a new language (COBOL).\nStrong understanding of mainframe tools (e.g., TSO/ISPF, Changeman, or IBM Developer for z/OS).\nAbility to research and document legacy code, debug issues, and modernize where needed.\nFor Entry-Level & Internal Candidates:\nA degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; OR equivalent analytical experience within Dillard's operations.\nBasic understanding of relational databases (SQL) and core programming logic (loops, arrays, conditional statements).\nCommitment to join and complete our comprehensive Information Technology Training Program beginning in January 2027 where we will teach you COBOL from the ground up. (No prior experience with the language is necessary)\nWhy Choose Dillard’s in Little Rock?\nTrue Career Stability: Mainframe engineering is the ultimate career insurance. 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