Company overviewA company based in Ghent, are on the search for a Freelance Senior Cobol Developer. This role is ideal for an experienced professional, ready to support critical systems maintenance while also being engaged in project-based work.Role overviewWe are looking for a Freelance Senior Cobol Developer to join the team on a 4-month contract, starting in September, with a strong possibility of extension. You will be responsible for ongoing system maintenance, incident support, investigations, and contributing to development projects as required.Key responsibilitiesMaintain and support Cobol-based systemsAssist in handling incidents and conducting root cause investigationsParticipate in ongoing and upcoming development projectsCollaborate with internal teams and business stakeholdersEnsure documentation and compliance with development standardsRequired skills & experienceMinimum 5 years of experience in Cobol developmentStrong experience with CICS and DB2Proven experience in incident management and system investigationsAbility to work independently and as part of a cross-functional teamFluent in Dutch and English (spoken and written)Work environmentHybrid work setup: 1 day per week on-site in GhentRemaining days remote/flexible