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Select Minds LLC

COBOL Programmer

Dallas, TX · Remote

$55 - $60/hr

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 experienced COBOL AS/400 Programmer ...

Apex Informatics

Mainframe COBOL Developer

$50.25 - $64.50/hr

Mainframe Cobol Developer Location: REMOTE The need is for a right-to-hire development resource with hands on IBM zOS Connect development experience supplemented by mainframe experience with COBOL ...

Software People, Inc.

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

Remote Duration: 12+ months This project includes backfill on production systems, potentially ... MVS COBOL * JCL * IDMS/Network * Changeman * TSO/ADS * Footprints * Sas * File-aid * Previous ...

TEKsystems

Programmer Analyst

Columbus, OH · Remote

$30 - $35/hr

Skills rpg, windows server, as/400, cobol Top Skills Details rpg,windows server,as/400 Additional ... Experience Level Entry Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of ...

TEKsystems

Programmer Analyst

Kansas City, MO · Remote

$30 - $35/hr

Skills rpg, windows server, as/400, cobol Top Skills Details rpg,windows server,as/400 Additional ... Experience Level Entry Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of ...

Navtech, Inc.

Mainframe Developer

$50.25 - $64.50/hr

Mainframe Developer Location : 100% remote Duration : 12 Months : Strong Mainframe experience in JCL, DB2, CICS, COBOL Knowledge on JCL/Mapping Banking required - if they have experience in payments ...

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level remote cobol programmer in the United States is $58.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.27 and $67.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Entry-level remote Cobol programmers typically earn between $50,000 and $70,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and the complexity of projects. Salaries may be higher with additional skills in mainframe environments or certifications in legacy systems.

Are entry level remote COBOL programmers still in demand?

Entry level remote COBOL programmers are still in demand in industries such as banking and finance that rely on legacy systems. These roles often require knowledge of mainframe environments and skills in COBOL programming, with some positions offering remote work options due to the ongoing need for maintenance and modernization of existing systems.
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COBOL Programmer

Select Minds LLC

Dallas, TX • Remote

$55 - $60/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • Competitive compensation
  • Skill Developement
  • Opportunity for advancement

Job Title: COBOL AS/400 Programmer
Location: Remote (Must work PST hours)
Travel: Up to 3 days per month onsite (expenses covered)
Experience Level: 12+ years required
Opportunity Overview
We are seeking an experienced COBOL AS/400 Programmer to support and enhance mission-critical enterprise applications running on the IBM AS/400 (iSeries) platform. This position is ideal for professionals with deep legacy system expertise, a strong aptitude for problem-solving, and the ability to operate independently in distributed environments.
This is a remote position aligned with PST working hours, with occasional monthly travel for onsite collaboration (all travel expenses fully covered).
Key Responsibilities
  • Legacy Application Development & Maintenance: Design, enhance, and support COBOL-based programs on AS/400 systems.
  • Business Requirement Analysis: Translate business needs into technical specifications and functional code.
  • Testing & Troubleshooting: Perform unit testing, debug COBOL applications, and resolve system and data integrity issues.
  • Production Support: Diagnose and resolve real-time production issues to minimize system downtime.
  • System Integration: Collaborate with business analysts, QA, and cross-functional technical teams to ensure seamless integration with other platforms.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate technical documentation, support materials, and knowledge base updates.

Required Qualifications
  • 12+ years of hands-on experience with COBOL programming on IBM AS/400 (iSeries).
  • Proficiency in DB2 for i, embedded SQL, and Control Language Programming (CLP).
  • Solid understanding of AS/400 system architecture, subsystems, job scheduling, batch/interactive processing, and library management.
  • Skilled in debugging, performance tuning, and modernizing legacy COBOL applications.
  • Familiarity with 5250 terminal emulators or green-screen user interfaces.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and business stakeholders.
  • Self-driven, with a proven track record of delivering results in remote and distributed team environments.