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DEW Softech Inc

Sr Cobol Developer

Trenton, NJ · On-site

$50 - $65/hr

Advanced experience with COBOL programming in enterprise mainframe environments * Strong expertise in JCL development and job scheduling * Extensive experience with NATURAL programming * Working ...

Integrated Resources INC

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 ...

Centstone

Mainframe IMS & CICS Developer

Wilmington, DE · On-site

$45 - $55/hr

Mainframe IMS & CICS Developer Location: Wilmington, DE (100% Onsite - 5 Days/Week) Pay Rate: $45 ... The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with COBOL, IMS/DB, CICS, JCL, and z/OS, and ...

Intellyk Inc.

Mainframe IMS DB with CICS

Wilmington, DE · On-site

$47.50 - $61.25/hr

Responsibilities : • Programming Languages: Strong proficiency in COBOL • Mainframe Operating Systems: In-depth knowledge of z/OS • Database Technologies: Expertise in IMS database concepts ...

Northern Base

Mainframe Developer

Pennington, NJ · On-site

$49.50 - $63.50/hr

Mainframe Developer Location: Pennington, NJ (Onsite) Employment Type: Full-Time Visa Type: USC ... COBOL, DB2, JCL, VSAM Secondary: SQL Experience: Minimum 7 years Roles & Responsibilities Bachelor ...

Sensiple Inc.

Mainframe Developer

Malvern, PA · On-site

$48 - $61.75/hr

Mainframe Developer Location: Malvern, PA (Onsite) Minimum Experience: 10 Years Must Have ... COBOL, DB2 and JCL Required Qualifications: · Mainframe Production Support professional to ...

VIS IT Solutions Inc

Mainframe Developer

Wilmington, DE · On-site

$47.50 - $61.25/hr

Mainframe Developer - Day 1 Onsite Location: Wilmington, DE & Jersey City, NJ (Weekly 5 days office ... COBOL, JCL, CICS, IMS DB, VSAM Key Responsibilities: * Design, code, test, and maintain mainframe ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for cobol programming job in Philadelphia, PA is $58.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.65 and $68.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cobol Programming Job vs Mainframe Developer?

AspectCobol Programming JobMainframe Developer
Required SkillsCOBOL, JCL, DB2COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS
Work EnvironmentMainframe systems, legacy applicationsMainframe systems, application development
Industry UsageFinancial, insurance, governmentFinancial, insurance, government

While both roles involve working with mainframe systems and COBOL, a Cobol Programming Job primarily focuses on writing and maintaining COBOL code, whereas a Mainframe Developer may handle broader application development tasks, including integrating COBOL with other technologies. The roles often overlap, but Mainframe Developers typically have a wider skill set and responsibilities.

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Mainframe Developer (COBOL & Modernization)

Wilmington, DE • On-site

Ampcus Inc
IT Services • 1 - 5K employees
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$47.50 - $61.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer with strong expertise in COBOL programming to maintain and enhance legacy mainframe applications while contributing to modernization initiatives.
Responsibilities:
• Design, develop, test, and maintain COBOL-based applications on mainframe systems.
• Analyze existing code and business logic to identify opportunities for optimization and modernization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to migrate legacy applications to modern platforms (e.g., cloud, microservices, APIs).
• Provide technical support, troubleshoot issues, and ensure system reliability and performance.
• Document processes, code changes, and modernization strategies for knowledge sharing.
• Participate in code reviews, quality assurance, and compliance with organizational standards.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Proven experience in COBOL programming and mainframe environments (z/OS, JCL, DB2, CICS).
• Strong understanding of legacy system architecture and integration points.
• Exposure to modernization tools and approaches (e.g., re-platforming, re-hosting, API enablement).
• Familiarity with newer technologies such as Java, .NET, or cloud platforms is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in collaborative team settings.
• Strong communication skills to interact with business stakeholders and technical teams.
Preferred:
• Hands-on involvement in mainframe modernization projects.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines in hybrid environments.
• Experience with performance tuning and large-scale system migrations.
Company:
Ampcus is a global business, technology consulting and an staff augmentation firm specializing in AI/ML,digital solutions, Cybersecurity & Risk management, Testing, Forensics & Fraud services and human capital management. Founded in 2004, the company is headquartered in Chantilly, USA, with a team of 1001-5000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.
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Ampcus Inc. is a ISO 20000, ISO 27000, ISO 9001, CMMI DEV/3 SM and CMMI SVC/3 SM certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. From strategy to execution, our disciplined yet flexible approach starts and ends with our clients. By listening hard and working harder, client goals become our goals. Their success is our satisfaction. It’s why our clients sleep well at night. We believe that the success of an engagement is determined by strong project management, as well as clear communication and mutual commitment working collaboratively. Our methodology begins with listening to the customer about their needs, then working with their team to gain a clear understanding of the requirements, while providing knowledge transfer of best practices for the organization.

Industry

It services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Chantilly, VA, US

Year founded

2004

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