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AristonTek

Senior Developer - IDMS / ADSO

Dallas, TX · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

IDMS/ADSO, COBOL, CICS, VSAM, DB2 Experience Required 1. Proficient in developing and maintaining applications in IDMS / ADSO (Must have skill) 2. Experience working in a wide variety of project ...

SOSi

Systems Engineer III

Indianapolis, IN · On-site +1

COBOL * IDMS * Enterprise financial systems * ERP or payroll applications Additional Information Work Environment * Normal office conditions with potential to perform duties in deployed locations

SOSi

Systems Engineer III

Indianapolis, IN · On-site +1

COBOL * IDMS * Enterprise financial systems * ERP or payroll applications Additional Information Work Environment * Normal office conditions with potential to perform duties in deployed locations

SOSi

Systems Engineer III

Indianapolis, IN · On-site +1

COBOL * IDMS * Enterprise financial systems * ERP or payroll applications Additional Information Work Environment * Normal office conditions with potential to perform duties in deployed locations

Advent Global Solutions

Mainframe Cobol developer

Plano, TX · On-site

$45.75 - $59/hr

Experience with CA IDMS a plus Qualifications * Demonstrates high personal integrity and ability to ... C, C++, COBOL, PL/1, ISPF CLIST, REXX, JCL. * Knowledge and related product expertise in one or ...

USM

Mainframe Developer-----Need GC and USC

Columbus, OH · On-site

$47.25 - $60.75/hr

Mainframe, Cobol, IDMS, Agile, Scrum The ideal candidate should have experience with CICS, JCL, ESP, ChangeMan and VSAM. This is supporting the Pallm application. Responsibilities include design ...

Advent Global Solutions

Mainframe Cobol developer

Plano, TX

$45.75 - $59/hr

Experience with CA IDMS a plus Qualifications * Demonstrates high personal integrity and ability to ... C, C++, COBOL, PL/1, ISPF CLIST, REXX, JCL. * Knowledge and related product expertise in one or ...

Social Security Administration

COBOL Developer

Woodlawn, MD · On-site

$52.25 - $70.75/hr

Architect, develop, and maintain high-performance business applications using modern COBOL, CICS, JCL, DB2, VSAM, and IDMS on our enterprise server platform. * Optimize SQL queries and data ...

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How much do cobol idms jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for cobol idms in the United States is $55.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.32 and $65.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical responsibilities of a Cobol Idms developer on a mainframe team?

As a Cobol Idms developer, you will typically be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining applications that run on mainframe systems, utilizing both COBOL programming and IDMS database technologies. Your daily tasks may include coding new features, troubleshooting and resolving issues in existing programs, preparing job control scripts, and optimizing database queries for better performance. You will regularly interact with business analysts, QA teams, and other developers to ensure software changes meet business requirements. This role often involves both independent problem-solving and collaborative project work, offering the opportunity to have a direct impact on mission-critical legacy systems.

What is a Cobol Idms?

A Cobol IDMS job involves working with COBOL programming language and IDMS (Integrated Database Management System), a network database management system used on mainframe computers. Professionals in this role develop, maintain, and optimize applications that interact with IDMS databases. They typically perform tasks such as writing COBOL programs, debugging, database administration, and performance tuning. This role is common in industries that rely on legacy systems, such as banking, insurance, and government agencies. Knowledge of JCL, CICS, and SQL is often beneficial for this job.

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

To thrive as a Cobol Idms professional, you need strong programming skills in COBOL and experience with IDMS (Integrated Database Management System), typically backed by a degree in computer science or a related discipline. Familiarity with mainframe environments, JCL (Job Control Language), debugging tools, and knowledge of batch and online processing are commonly required, and certifications in mainframe development can be advantageous. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are important soft skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and ensuring code quality. Mastery of these skills ensures reliable maintenance and enhancement of legacy enterprise systems critical to organizational operations.

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Infographic showing various Cobol Idms job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, and 28% Contract. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,475 per year, or $55.5 per hour.

COBOL Developer

Careers | Office of the Inspector General

Woodlawn, MD

$143K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

IT Specialist (APPSW) COBOL Developer positions are being filled through the Office of Personnel Management's delegated Direct Hire Authority, open to all U.S. citizens. Selections made under this bulletin will be processed as new appointments to the civil service. Current civil service employees would, therefore, be given new appointments to the civil service. Under the provisions of the Direct Hire Authority, Veterans Preference and the "Rule of Many" do not apply.Qualifications:Resumes exceeding two pages in length will not be considered, please visit the new resume guidance for more information.
READ ALL SECTIONS OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY. THIS INFORMATION IS CRUCIAL TO SUBMITTING A SUCCESSFUL APPLICATION.
Applicants must qualify for the series and grade of the posted position. Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate. Your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and proficiency of any required competencies to perform the specific position for which you are applying.
To qualify for the 2210 IT Specialist series, the applicant must demonstrate the following competencies:
  • Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
  • Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; know about available products and services; and is committed to providing quality products and services.
  • Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
  • Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
Duties:
  • Architect, develop, and maintain high-performance business applications using modern COBOL, CICS, JCL, DB2, VSAM, and IDMS on our enterprise server platform.
  • Optimize SQL queries and data management for lightning-fast access and reliability in DB2 databases.
  • Implement and support batch processing jobs, leveraging advanced job scheduling and monitoring tools.
  • Engineer robust data storage and retrieval solutions using VSAM, ensuring integrity and speed.
  • Utilize sophisticated file handling techniques for sequential, indexed, and relative files.
  • Design and maintain data structures that support scalable, enterprise-grade applications.
  • Build and support Online Transaction Processing (OLTP) systems using CICS and TSQ for real-time, high-volume transactions.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve application issues to ensure maximum uptime and performance.
  • Collaborate with business analysts, QA, and fellow developers to deliver innovative solutions.
  • Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including program specifications, flowcharts, and user guides.
  • Participate in code reviews and uphold best practices for quality and security.
  • Support application testing, deployment, and post-implementation activities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Identify and pursue opportunities to leverage AI-driven tools and technologies to improve development efficiency, automate processes, and enhance application capabilities.
  • Stay informed about advancements in AI and related technologies and recommend ways to incorporate them into SSA's business systems where appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications: Grade 14 To qualify at the GS-14 level, you must have specialized experience at the GS-13 level, or equivalent, designing, developing, and maintaining mainframe applications using COBOL, CICS, VSAM, and JCL; supporting data integration and migration with DB2, SQL, and IDMS; and assisting in the architecture or modernization of legacy systems. Experience must also include providing guidance to technical teams, preparing technical documentation, and collaborating with stakeholders to support modernization initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications: Grade 15 To qualify at the GS-15 level, you must have specialized experience at the GS-14 level, or equivalent, designing, developing, and maintaining mainframe applications using COBOL, CICS, VSAM, and JCL; managing data integration and migration with DB2, SQL, and IDMS; and architecting or modernizing legacy systems. Experience must also include leading technical teams, preparing technical documentation, and collaborating with stakeholders to support modernization initiatives.
PLEASE NOTE: This specialized experience is REQUIRED and must be explicitly documented/described in your resume, or you will be disqualified from further consideration.
You may be asked to take a Code Signal online assessment.
Qualification standards and additional information for this position can be found here: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/Education:This job does not have an education qualification requirement.Employment Type: OTHER

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