Gregory Cobb
Olathe,KS
Summary
Results-driven Senior Software Developer and Technical Lead with 25 years of experience in Java-based web applications. Expertise in the full SDLC, including analysis, design, development, and deployment. Proven track record in leading teams, designing data structures, and managing security and vulnerability assessments using Veracode, Black Duck, and Checkmarx. Skilled in facilitating production deployments with clear documentation and effective communication.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Lead
Fidelity National Information Services, FIS
Olathe, KS
11.2015 - 12.2025
As a Development Team Lead, I guided the end‑to‑end delivery of web applications, including estimation, architecture, development, and testing. I managed the creation and implementation of web‑based products and APIs integral to the Asset Arena Transfer Agency’s core system. In this role, I led both domestic and international team members and served as the primary bridge between Application Development and Customer Support. I also headed the vulnerability remediation program, ensuring security and compliance across several online applications.
Technical Skills:
Jira • GitHub • Copilot • Java • REST Services • APIs • DB2 • Oracle • SQL • WebLogic • Tomcat • HTML5 • AngularJS • Agile • Veracode • Black Duck • Checkmarx • Azure • Project and people management
Development Team Lead
Sungard - now part of FIS
Olathe, KS
11.2008 - 11.2015
Directed all stages of software development lifecycle, ensuring quality delivery from conception to support.
Evolved from a skilled COBOL developer into a comprehensive web developer via ongoing education.
Oversaw project management encompassing development, production, deployment, and support phases.
Kept up-to-date with industry changes to align team strategies with current best practices.
Technical Skills:
Jira • GitHub • Java • REST Services • APIs • DB2 • Oracle • SQL • WebLogic • HTML5 • AngularJS • COBOL
Senior Software Developer
Sungard - now part of FIS
Kansas City, MO
03.1997 - 11.2008
Led training sessions for new employees to ensure compliance with company protocols.
Provided support for nightly batch systems during both on and off hours.
Conducted unit testing to maintain system integrity and performance.
Technical Skills:
COBOL • JCL • Project Documentation
Mainframe Software Developer
Farmland Industries
Kansas City, MO
08.1990 - 03.1997
COBOL developer for Rail Transportation systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems
Missouri State University
Springfield, Missouri, MO08-1990
Skills
- Java development
- Agile methodologies
- Software debugging
- System performance optimization
- Vulnerability reviews and updates
- Code review processes
- Application deployment management
- Testing and Quality Assurance
- Project estimation techniques
- Mentoring junior developers
- Team leadership
- Cross-team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Adaptability to change
- Tomcat server setup
Timeline
Technical Lead
Fidelity National Information Services, FIS
11.2015 - 12.2025
Development Team Lead
Sungard - now part of FIS
11.2008 - 11.2015
Senior Software Developer
Sungard - now part of FIS
03.1997 - 11.2008
Mainframe Software Developer
Farmland Industries
08.1990 - 03.1997
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems
Missouri State University