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Cobol 400 Jobs (NOW HIRING)

COBOL Developer Location: Atlanta, GA Engagement Type: Contract Work Mode: Onsite Duration: December 2025 - June 2026 (7 months) Interview Type: In-person Role Overview: Seeking an experienced COBOL ...

COBOL DEVELOPER

Eddystone, PA · On-site

$48.75 - $65.75/hr

Eddystone, PA Duration: Full time : Expertise in COBOL & VSAM with EXPOSURE to Java & SQL Need a very strong COBOL & VSAM Developer with exposure to health insurance OR Long term Care OR Life ...

Cobol developer

Albany, NY · Remote

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

Candidate is able to provide guidance to large teams and/or has extensive industry experience and is considered at the top of his/her field. * 84 months experience COBOL programming experience. * 60 ...

Sr. Lead Cobol Developer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$48.25 - $65.50/hr

Role: Lead Cobol Developer Location: Irving, TX / Atlanta, GA - Fulltime Position Technical Leads - COBOL Must-Have * Proficiency in COBOL programming (COBOL-85, COBOL II, or later versions)

Job Profile- COBOL Programmer Location- Raleigh, NC Duration-12+ Months The primary responsibility of this position is to write new COBOL programs and modify existing ones in support of the Benefit ...

Role: Sr COBOL Developer Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Hybrid - 3 days a week onsite) Job Type: Contract Skill Metrics: Cobol DB2 Administration REXX VSAM CICS JCL Mandatory skills: COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2 ...

COBOL Engineers

Monterey Park, CA · On-site

$52.75 - $71.25/hr

COBOL Engineers Location :Monterey Park//LA-CA Duration :1 year Main Duties and Responsible: *Analyzes Cobol systems of existing production DDA(Demand Deposit Account) application * Documents ...

Cobol Developer

Frisco, TX · On-site

$47.25 - $64/hr

Bright Vision Technologies is a well-respected organization seeking a skilled Cobol Developer to join their dynamic team. The role involves developing and testing complex technical solutions in an ...

COBOL Developer

Reading, PA · On-site

$48.25 - $65.25/hr

Stefanini is looking for a COBOL Developer in Reading, PA or Athens, AL For quick apply, please reach out to Micah Andres Call: : / Email: Open for W2 candidates only Work Location: Hybrid position ...

Cobol Developer (797731

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$48.25 - $65.50/hr

GA DOL - Cobol Developer (797731 Local Atlanta GA In Person Only **Onsite REQUIRED** GDOL is looking for a skilled and experienced COBOL Mainframe Programmer/Developer. This role involves translating ...

Cobol Developer

Springfield, IL · On-site

$49.75 - $67.50/hr

An experienced developer with mainframe/COBOL experience to work in business application development. Environment and tools are IBM Mainframe platform, z/OS operating system, TSO/ISPF and DB2.

GA DOL- Cobol Developer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$48.25 - $65.50/hr

Cobol Developer Client: State of Georgia - Department of Labour Location: 148 Andrew Young International Blvd NE, Atlanta **Candidate MUST be local to Metro Atlanta** **Onsite REQUIRED** * GDOL is ...

Cobol Developer

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$53.50 - $72.50/hr

Cobol Developer Brooklyn, NY 36 months Mandatory Qualifications: Minimum of five (5) years of recent experience developing applications using Cobol for CICS and batch programs. Experience working ...

COBOL Developer with microfocus

Irvine, CA · On-site

$53.25 - $72.25/hr

They are seeking an experienced COBOL Developer with strong Micro Focus experience to develop, maintain, and enhance COBOL-based applications in a collaborative onsite setting. Responsibilities : • ...

COBOL Programmer

Leesburg, VA · Remote

$86K - $97K/yr

COBOL Programmer Location: Remote Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt Salary Range: $86,000 - $97,000 Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizenship required Position Overview Corinth is seeking an ...

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How much do cobol 400 jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for cobol 400 in the United States is $58.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.27 and $67.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like for a Cobol 400 developer and how do they interact with other teams?

A typical day for a Cobol 400 developer involves maintaining, enhancing, and troubleshooting business applications running on the IBM AS/400 platform. You’ll often analyze user requirements, write or modify COBOL code, and conduct regular testing to ensure error-free operations. Interactions with business analysts, QA testers, and other IT professionals are common, as collaboration is key to translating business needs into technical solutions. Many teams follow structured workflows, such as Agile or waterfall methodologies, which means clear documentation and timely updates are essential. This role offers opportunities to participate in modernization projects, learn new technology stacks, and progress to senior developer or systems analyst positions over time.

What is a Cobol 400?

A Cobol 400 job involves developing, maintaining, and supporting applications written in COBOL on IBM's AS/400 (now IBM i) platform. Responsibilities typically include coding, testing, debugging, and optimizing COBOL programs, often interacting with databases like DB2. Professionals in this role work in industries like finance, manufacturing, and healthcare, where legacy systems are still widely used.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Cobol 400 position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Cobol 400 professional, you need strong proficiency in COBOL programming, experience with IBM AS/400 (iSeries) systems, and a background in software development or computer science. Familiarity with tools like RPG, DB2 databases, and source control systems, as well as certifications in IBM System i or related platforms, are highly valued. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are critical soft skills for this role. These abilities help ensure the maintenance and modernization of legacy systems while facilitating smooth collaboration within IT departments.

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Infographic showing various Cobol 400 job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, and 30% Contract. Highlights an 76% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $121,161 per year, or $58.3 per hour.

COBOL Developer

Ubertal Inc

Atlanta, GA • On-site

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Job description

Position Title: COBOL Developer
Location: Atlanta, GA
Engagement Type: Contract
Work Mode: Onsite
Duration: December 2025 – June 2026 (7 months)
Interview Type: In-person

Role Overview:
Seeking an experienced COBOL Mainframe Developer to maintain and enhance critical mainframe applications. This consultant will translate business requirements, support software operational efficiency, and assist in legacy-to-web system conversion, all within a collaborative, onsite environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Translate business analysis and design documents into functional COBOL programs.

  • Maintain, modify, and test mainframe-based user screens, batch processes, reports, queries, and menus.

  • Review and update existing code and business processes to support operational functions.

  • Perform code testing, file management, results review, and validation of implemented changes.

  • Identify data errors through application logic and produce summary reports with IBM/Microsoft tools.

  • Assist in converting COBOL applications to web-based platforms.

  • Create comprehensive program and user documentation.

Required Skills & Experience:

  • Minimum 5 years of COBOL development on IBM/DELL mainframes.

  • Proficiency with JCL, DB2, Control-M.

  • Strong background in software development lifecycle and documentation.

  • Hands-on experience with AWS and Postgres DB.

  • Kofax and Java programming expertise.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with legacy-to-web platform migrations.

Additional Details:
Work is fully onsite. Standard schedule is 8 hours/day, 5 days/week. All candidates must be local to Metro Atlanta and onsite attendance is strictly required for the entire engagement.

Interested professionals may share their updated resume for consideration.