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Cobol Developer

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$65 - $78/hr

Cobol Developer Location: Brooklyn, NY (Hybrid - 3 days/wk onsite) Employment Type: Full-Time Duration: 12 Months (with potential for extension) Start Date: July 1, 2026 Salary Range: $125,000 - $135 ...

Select Minds LLC

COBOL Programmer

Dallas, TX · Remote

$55 - $60/hr

COBOL AS/400 Programmer Location: Remote (Must work PST hours) Travel: Up to 3 days per month onsite (expenses covered) Experience Level: 1 2+ years required Opportunity Overview We are seeking an ...

Infojini Inc

Cobol Developer

Clinton, OK

$43.75 - $59/hr

We offer an excellent compensation package We are looking for Cobol Developer in Clinton, OK for 8+ months contract position. Please refer someone else if you are not available at this time or you ...

vTech Solution

COBOL Developer Remote

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$50 - $67.50/hr

COBOL Developer Location: Remote (Phoenix, Arizona) Duration: 12+ Months (Possibility of Extension) Interview Type: Virtual Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced COBOL Developer for a 100 ...

nLeague Services Inc

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 ...

Saransh Inc

Sr COBOL Developer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

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 ...

Ubertal Inc

COBOL Developer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$48.25 - $65.50/hr

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 ...

Conduent, Inc.

Cobol Developer

GA · Remote

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

Microfocus Cobol Developer (Remote) About this role: As a Micro Focus COBOL Developer you will design, maintain, and enhance enterprise applications built on COBOL systems that support critical ...

Conduent, Inc.

Microfocus Cobol Developer

GA · Remote

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

MICROFOCUS COBOL DEVELOPER About the Role: We are seeking an experienced COBOL Developer with deep Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) expertise to support and enhance mission-critical Point-of-Sale ...

West Advanced Technologies (WATI)

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 ...

Aptus Solutions Inc.

COBOL Engineers

Monterey Park, CA

$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 ...

Select Minds LLC

COBOL Programmer

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

$55 - $60/hr

COBOL AS/400 Programmer Location: Remote (Must work PST hours) Travel: Up to 3 days per month onsite (expenses covered) Experience Level: 1 2+ years required Opportunity Overview We are seeking an ...

Ask IT consulting

COBOL Programmer

Raleigh, NC

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 ...

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How much do cobol engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for cobol engineer in the United States is $57.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.08 and $86.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Cobol Engineer job?

A Cobol Engineer is a software developer who specializes in working with COBOL (Common Business-Oriented Language), a programming language widely used in legacy financial, banking, and government systems. They are responsible for maintaining, enhancing, debugging, and modernizing COBOL applications to ensure they remain functional and efficient. Cobol Engineers often work with mainframe systems, databases, and batch processing jobs. Their role may also involve migrating legacy code to newer technologies or integrating COBOL applications with modern software solutions.

How much do COBOL engineers make?

COBOL engineers typically earn between $70,000 and $120,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and industry. Senior roles or those with specialized skills in mainframe environments and legacy system maintenance can command higher salaries.

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

To thrive as a Cobol Engineer, you need strong proficiency in COBOL programming, understanding of mainframe systems, and a degree in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with tools like IBM z/OS, JCL (Job Control Language), and experience with databases such as DB2 are commonly required, and certifications in mainframe technologies can be advantageous. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication help distinguish top performers in this role. These skills are crucial for maintaining, updating, and troubleshooting legacy applications critical to many large organizations’ operations.

What are some typical daily responsibilities for a Cobol Engineer?

As a Cobol Engineer, your typical day involves writing, updating, and debugging COBOL code to maintain or enhance legacy mainframe applications. You may collaborate closely with business analysts and QA teams to gather requirements, test new features, or resolve production issues. Regular responsibilities also include reviewing code for compliance with company standards, documenting changes, and participating in code reviews. This role frequently requires quickly troubleshooting issues under tight deadlines, so adaptability and problem-solving are vital.

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Infographic showing various Cobol Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,624 per year, or $57 per hour.

GA DOL- Cobol Developer

Techmorgonite Software Solutions LLC

Atlanta, GA • On-site

$48.25 - $65.50/hr

Contractor

Posted 13 hours ago

Job description

Need cobol developers with JCL and DB2 hands on experience
**Candidate MUST be local to Metro Atlanta**
**Onsite REQUIRED**
 

Job Description:

 

 

GDOL is looking for a skilled and experienced COBOL Mainframe Programmer/Developer. This role involves translating business requirements into robust programming solutions, maintaining and enhancing custom software, and providing production support. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the COBOL programming language, and JCL on IBM/DELL mainframe operating systems. This is a consulting position offering a challenging opportunity to contribute to critical projects and enhance your technical skills in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

1.       Translate analysis and design documents, as well as specifications, into well-structured programs.

  1. Maintain and enhance custom developed software by modifying and testing user data entry screens, batch processing, reports, queries, and menus.
  2. Conduct thorough reviews of existing code, data, and business processes to support non-database functions.
  3. Execute test program changes, update test files, run tests, review results, and ensure the correctness of program changes based on provided requirements.
  4. Identify and correct data errors through application logic and develop data analysis/summary reports utilizing IBM and Microsoft tools.
  5. Assist with the conversion from COBOL application to web-based application.
  6. Prepare both program-level and user-level documentation to support the software development lifecycle.
  7. Enhance software to reduce operating time or improve efficiency, following organization guidelines and procedures for code management and deployment.

Required Experience/Skills:

  1. Minimum of 5 years' experience in COBOL development on Mainframe, JCL development and maintenance
  2. Proven experience with COBOL, DB2 , JCL, Control-M
  3. Solid understanding of the full software development life cycle, including design, development, integration testing, and deployment.
  4. Ability to troubleshoot, test, and debug computer software to produce required outcomes.
  5. Strong analytical skills to support non-database functions, correct data errors, and develop data analysis/summary reports.
  6. Experience in preparing comprehensive documentation for both program-level and user-level.
  7. Excellent communication skills to obtain user sign-off on all changes prior to moving to production.
  8. Capability to follow organization guidelines and procedures for checking out source code, migrating changes, etc.
  9. Commitment to enhancing software for improved efficiency and reduced operating time.

 Java programing knowledge

2.     AWS hands on experience

3.     Postgres DB experience

4.     Kofax

 

 
  Required/Desired Skills   SkillRequired /DesiredAmountof ExperienceExperience in COBOL development on Mainframe, JCL development and maintenanceRequired5YearsExperience with COBOL, DB2 , JCL, Control-MRequired5YearsExperience in preparing comprehensive documentation for both program-level and user-levelRequired5YearsPostgres DBRequired5YearsAWSRequired5YearsKofaxRequired5YearsJava programingRequired5Years
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