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Stefanini Group

COBOL Developer

Reading, PA

$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: : (248) 263-5626 / Email: micah.andres@stefanini.com Open for W2 ...

Ubertal Inc

COBOL Developer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

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 ...

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 ...

Cardinal Integrated

Cobol Developer

Monmouth Junction, NJ · On-site

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

Cobol Developer (Onsite - Morris Plains, NJ - Tampa, FL - Bloomfield, CT) Job Location: Onsite - Morris Plains, NJ - Tampa, FL - Bloomfield, CT Duration: Long Term * Designing, developing, and ...

Cardinal Integrated

Cobol Developer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$45.75 - $62/hr

Cobol Developer (Onsite - Morris Plains, NJ - Tampa, FL - Bloomfield, CT) Job Location: Onsite - Morris Plains, NJ - Tampa, FL - Bloomfield, CT Duration: Long Term * Designing, developing, and ...

Tech Marketing

COBOL Programmer

Lansing, MI · On-site

COBOL Programmer We are from US IT Solutions, an ISO Certified, E-Verify, WMBE Certified organization established in 2005 in CA. Our company is serving various State, Local and County Departments for ...

Cardinal Integrated

Cobol Developer

Bloomfield, CT · On-site

$50.25 - $68/hr

Cobol Developer (Onsite - Morris Plains, NJ - Tampa, FL - Bloomfield, CT) Job Location: Onsite - Morris Plains, NJ - Tampa, FL - Bloomfield, CT Duration: Long Term * Designing, developing, and ...

RIT Solutions, Inc.

COBOL / Stratus Developer

Windsor, CT · On-site

$50 - $67.50/hr

Skilled COBOL Developer to design, develop, and maintain applications on mainframe systems. Responsibilities include coding, debugging, testing, and deploying COBOL programs to support business ...

Kaav Inc.

Cobol Developer

Pennington, NJ · On-site

$50/hr

Cobol Developer (TOP Priority) Location: Atlanta, GA / Pennington, NJ / Dallas, TX (Onsite) Rate: $50/hr on C2C Exp: 7+ POSITION SUMMARY Work with onshore feature lead to develop code as per the ...

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 ...

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RIT Solutions

COBOL Developer

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

COBOL Developer Duration: 12+ months Location: Remote Details: Designs and develops solutions on the System i (AS/400) environment, utilizing expertise in a wide range of AS/400 products, including ...

PLANIT Group

COBOL Developer - Level III

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

PlanIT Group is seeking a COBOL Developer - Level III for our Federal customer in the Raleigh, NC area. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a Mainframe Payroll application Must have ...

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 ...

Tech Marketing

COBOL Programmer

Richmond, VA · On-site

COBOL Programmer This is Mandeep Singh from US IT Solutions. We offers services in IT staffing, Mobile development, Web development and Cloud computing. US IT Solutions work along with its clients to ...

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 ...

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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 ...

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 ...

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How much do cobol engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 5, 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.

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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COBOL Developer

COBOL Developer

Stefanini Group

Reading, PA

$48.25 - $65.25/hr

Contractor

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Stefanini Group is hiring!

Stefanini is looking for a COBOL Developer in Reading, PA or Athens, AL

For quick apply, please reach out to Micah Andres

Call: : (248) 263-5626 / Email: micah.andres@stefanini.com

Open for W2 candidates only

 

Work Location: Hybrid position in Athens, AL or Reading PA

  • onsite 3 days in Reading, PA or Athens, AL
  • Or 2 weeks per month onsite

Responsibilities:

This engagement covers custom COBOL code changes (CICS and Batch on an IBM z/OS mainframe) used for manufacturing to support the addition of one VIM furnace and 13 other machines included in our client's expansion project. The COBOL developer will modify the functions described below in an agile fashion, addressing requirements as they are developed over approximately the next 9 to 16 months.


Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in COBOL II, JCL, CICS, and other mainframe programming languages.
  • Experience with VSAM files.
  • Experience with SDF II (COBOL Maps).
  • Experience with CEDF (CICS Debug Utility).
  • Experience with File Manager (FileAid, which we formerly used, is similar).
  • Experience with system-level debugging, performance tuning, and system security.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
  • Excellent communication skills to interact with team members and stakeholders.
  • Experience with Easytrieve.
  • Experience with the IBM Debugging Utility.

 

Listed salary ranges may vary based on experience, qualifications, and local market. 

Stefanini takes pride in hiring top talent and developing relationships with our future employees. Our talent acquisition teams will never make an offer of employment without having a phone conversation with you. Those face-to-face conversations will involve a description of the job for which you have applied. We also speak with you about the process including interviews and job offers.

About Stefanini Group

The Stefanini Group is a global provider of offshore, onshore, and nearshore outsourcing, IT digital consulting, systems integration, application, and strategic staffing services to Fortune 1000 enterprises around the world. Our presence is in countries like the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia, and more than four hundred clients across a broad spectrum of markets, including financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications, chemical services, technology, public sector, and utilities. Stefanini is a CMM level 5, IT consulting company with a global presence. We are a CMM Level 5 company.

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