Contract Cobol Programmer Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

Description
Our client is seeking a Contract COBOL Developer to support a large-scale migration and ongoing development from an IBM mainframe environment to a Linux based AWS cloud platform using Rocket Software's Enterprise Server solution.
This is a development focused role responsible for:
Remediating and refactoring legacy COBOL applications
Ensuring programs compile and execute correctly within Rocket Enterprise Developer and Enterprise Server
Converting and validating JCL and control cards
Resolving defects identified during parallel testing
Supporting deployments and post cutover stabilization activities
Interacting with app support and other dev teams on standards, process and procedures for mainframe development
Training and onboarding new developers from partner companies
Supporting the transition from migration project work into ongoing application support
Skills
Cobol, microfocus cobol, deployment, trouble shoot, cics, visual studio, eclipse ide, documentation technical writing, Mainframe, legacy code, linux
Top Skills Details
Cobol
microfocus cobol
deployment
trouble shoot
CICS
visual studio
eclipse ide
documentation technical writing
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Secondary Skills (Nice to Have)
IBM Mainframe experience
Legacy system modernization
Linux
o Command line experience
o File system navigation
o Basic scripting
o Log analysis and troubleshooting
o Code promotion across environments
AWS Cloud
o Understanding of COBOL workloads running on Linux in AWS
o Familiarity with cloud hosted application environments
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, MO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $70.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.