Salary: £47,000 - 81,000 per year Requirements: 10 years of proven software development experience using Cobol, TSO/ISPF, JCL, DB2, SQL Experience working on IBM z/OS Strong understanding of various software testing methodologies Excellent ability to explain technical concepts to appropriate audiences in non-technical terms Extensive experience maintaining and supporting software solutions Experience working with offshore development and test teams Experience working with the full software development lifecycle Hands-on experience of source control such as Git Understanding of Project Management, SDLC, ITIL, and Data Security & Compliance frameworks Ability to research alternative technical solutions, build and test them, and recommend their adoption Responsibilities: Working with colleagues across functional teams to agree on requirements and designs Producing detailed design documentation Supervising offshore work, both development and testing Identifying test cases and creating test data Preparation of implementation documentation Supporting implementations (out of hours cover may be required) Analyzing existing code to understand functionality Analyzing scheduler information (applications, jobs, JCL, etc.) to understand data flows and interdependencies Ad-hoc coding and testing of programs when required Technologies: COBOL Git IBM ITIL SQL Security Support More: At Boots, we are excited to offer a great opportunity for you to join our small development team working on in-house applications related to forecasting, replenishment, and other in-store activities. You will have access to a competitive benefits package, including a retirement savings plan, employee discounts, and enhanced leave pay. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace, where every employee can feel valued and thrive. Our commitment to equal opportunity means we embrace diversity and promote a culture of mutual respect. If youre passionate about making a difference and would like to explore this opportunity further, we would love to hear from you. last updated 11 week of 2026