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Contract Cobol Programmer Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

FOCUS COBOL CICS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN · On-site +1

$48 - $65/hr

Tier One Technologies is seeking a COBOL/CICS Developer to provide system development, enhancement ... This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire position. * Must be a US Citizen. * SELECTED CANDIDATES ...

FOCUS COBOL CICS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN · Remote

$48 - $65/hr

* Tier One Technologies is seeking a COBOL/CICS Developer to provide system development, enhancement ... This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire position. * Must be a US Citizen. * SELECTED CANDIDATES ...

Cobol/IDMS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN · On-site +1

$48 - $65/hr

This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire position. * Must be a US Citizen. * SELECTED CANDIDATES ... Engineering, or a related field. * 4+ years of IBM z/OS-based mainframe experience using COBOL ...

Cobol/IDMS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN · Remote

$48 - $65/hr

This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire position. * Must be a US Citizen. * SELECTED CANDIDATES ... Engineering, or a related field. * 4+ years of IBM z/OS-based mainframe experience using COBOL ...

Cobol/IDMS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN · Remote

$48 - $65/hr

Tier One Technologies is looking for a COBOL/IDMS Developer to maintain and support a large payroll ... This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire position. * Must be a US Citizen. * SELECTED CANDIDATES ...

Cobol/IDMS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN · Remote

$48 - $65/hr

* Tier One Technologies is looking for a COBOL/IDMS Developer to maintain and support a large payroll ... This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire position. * Must be a US Citizen. * SELECTED CANDIDATES ...

Cobol/IDMS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN · Remote

$48 - $65/hr

This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire position. * Must be a US Citizen. * SELECTED CANDIDATES ... Engineering, or a related field. * 4+ years of IBM z/OS-based mainframe experience using COBOL ...

Cobol/IDMS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN · On-site +1

$48 - $65/hr

Tier One Technologies is looking for a COBOL/IDMS Developer to maintain and support a large payroll ... This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire position. * Must be a US Citizen. * SELECTED CANDIDATES ...

Sr. Software Engineer

Indianapolis, IN · On-site +1

$117K - $154K/yr

Develop and maintain COBOL applications within an IBM z/OS environment. * Analyze and resolve ... May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs Working at SOSi ...

Sr. Software Engineer

Indianapolis, IN · On-site +1

$117K - $154K/yr

Develop and maintain COBOL applications within an IBM z/OS environment. * Analyze and resolve ... May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs Working at SOSi ...

Sr. Software Engineer

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$117K - $154K/yr

Develop and maintain COBOL applications within an IBM z/OS environment. * Analyze and resolve ... May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs Working at SOSi ...

COBOL * IDMS * Enterprise financial systems * ERP or payroll applications Additional Information ... May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs Working at SOSi ...

COBOL * IDMS * Enterprise financial systems * ERP or payroll applications Additional Information ... May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs Working at SOSi ...

COBOL * IDMS * Enterprise financial systems * ERP or payroll applications Additional Information ... May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs Working at SOSi ...

Columbus, IN (Onsite) Duration: Long Term Contract Requirements: * 10+ years of experience in ... CICS, VSAM, COBOL, JCL, DB2, MQ, Zeke, Changeman, etc. * Understanding in building the team ...

Job Title: Senior Test Analyst Contract: 06 Months with potential for extension Location ... COBOL, JCL, and DB2, analyzing batch job results, and collaborating with developers to resolve ...

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How much do contract cobol programmer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract cobol programmer in Indiana is $55.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41.15 and $64.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a contract Cobol programmer?

A Contract Cobol Programmer is a temporary or freelance professional who develops, maintains, and updates applications written in COBOL, a legacy programming language commonly used in banking, insurance, and government systems. They typically work on short-term projects to modernize or troubleshoot existing COBOL systems. These programmers may be hired for system migrations, bug fixes, or performance optimizations. Contracts can vary in length and may be remote or onsite, depending on the employer's needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract Cobol programmer?

A Contract Cobol Programmer typically needs strong expertise in Cobol programming, systems analysis, and mainframe operations, often supported by a degree in computer science or relevant experience. Familiarity with tools like IBM z/OS, JCL (Job Control Language), VSAM, and experience with legacy database systems are highly valued, along with optional certification in mainframe technologies. Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and clear communication enable effective collaboration with IT teams and business stakeholders. These competencies are crucial for efficiently maintaining, troubleshooting, and modernizing critical legacy systems that many organizations still rely on.

What are the typical projects and daily tasks for a contract Cobol programmer?

As a Contract Cobol Programmer, you’ll frequently work on projects involving the maintenance, enhancement, and migration of legacy mainframe applications. Daily tasks often include writing and optimizing Cobol code, troubleshooting system issues, conducting code reviews, and collaborating with business analysts or other IT professionals to gather requirements. You may also participate in testing, documentation, and providing support for production systems. The role often involves independently managing project tasks while adhering to set deadlines and quality standards, making adaptability and strong organizational skills essential.

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Infographic showing various Contract Cobol Programmer job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,292 per year, or $55.4 per hour.

COBOL / IDMS Software Programmer/Developer with Security Clearance

Peraton

Auburn, IN • On-site

$66K - $106K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

About Peraton Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure. About The Role Peraton is seeking a COBOL / IDMS Software Programmer/Developer with experience developing and maintaining applications written using COBOL, IDMS and ADSO for IBM mainframe operating systems. The Peraton DFAS account is seeking expertise to provide Application Support Services in support of the maintenance and development of Defense Civilian Payroll System (DCPS) project.
* Plans, directs, and coordinates all activities associated with creating software across multiple functional areas and products. * Prioritizes and allocates projects, products, and resources with the assistance of architects and managers.
* Participates in the strategic decisions about technology, definition, and implementation of the software products.
* Makes employment decisions, such as hiring, rewarding. * Plan, direct, and coordinate activities of a multi-team or cross-functional organization. * Directs software development projects to include, ensuring that projects are completed on time and according to quality standards, facilitating communication upward and across project team including project status, justifications for variances and technical information. * Organizes projects through development of a project plan which includes communication of product goals as defined by top management, definition of project strategy, identification of the roles and responsibilities of key project groups, development of a schedule with key milestones, identification of risks, contingency plans, and allocation of project resources. * Monitors technology trends such as emerging standards for new technology opportunities.
Qualifications * 2 years with BS/BA; 0 years with MS/MA; 6 years with HS Diploma
* Must be a U.S Citizen * Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
* Experience with specifications for software requirement changes. * Experience with design, development of software systems.
* Strong experience with COBOL in a mainframe environment is required
* Experience with IDMS (Integrated Database Management System)
* Experience with ADSO (Application Development System Online)
Details Target Salary Range: $66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits. Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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At Peraton, we re at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We re the partner of choice to help solve some of the world s most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

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Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

2017