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Arthur Lawrence

COBOL - IBM Mainframe Developer

$50.25 - $64.50/hr

Arthur Lawrence is looking for a COBOL - IBM Mainframe Developer one of our clients project based on Remote. Please find the below and send us your updated resume if interested: Must-Have Skills ...

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AKQA

Freelance Senior Designer

New York, NY · Remote

This is a remote freelance role starting as soon as possible and running through December 23, 2026 ... Collaborate closely with UX designers, product managers, strategists, and engineers to ensure ...

SolGenie

Senior Mainframe Analyst / Developer

... Remote Domain: Mainframe / Legacy Systems Modernization * 10+ years of Mainframe experience with strong hands-on expertise in reverse engineering undocumented legacy systems, including complex COBOL ...

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Conduent, Inc.

Senior Mainframe Programmer Analyst

TX · Remote

$96K - $125K/yr

Basic Qualifications for Consideration: * 5+ years Cobol application development experience ... Remote work: Enjoy the convenience of working from home and maximize your time by unplugging at the ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance 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.

What is the difference between Freelance Remote Cobol Programmer vs Freelance Remote Java Developer?

AspectFreelance Remote Cobol ProgrammerFreelance Remote Java Developer
Required CredentialsExperience with COBOL, possibly certifications in legacy systemsJava certifications (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional), experience with Java frameworks
Work EnvironmentPrimarily legacy system maintenance, mainframe environmentsModern software development, cloud integration, web applications
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial institutions, government agencies, insurance companiesTech companies, startups, enterprise software firms
Search & Comparison IntentClients seeking legacy system expertise, maintenance projectsClients looking for modern application development

While both roles involve programming, Freelance Remote Cobol Programmers focus on maintaining legacy systems in industries like finance and government, whereas Freelance Remote Java Developers work on modern applications across various industries. The choice depends on the project requirements and technology stack.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Remote Cobol Programmer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 9% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $121,161 per year, or $58.3 per hour.

COBOL - IBM Mainframe Developer

Arthur Lawrence

Remote

$50.25 - $64.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

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Arthur Lawrence is looking for a COBOL - IBM Mainframe Developer one of our clients project based on Remote. Please find the job description below and send us your updated resume if interested:
Must-Have Skills:
  • 4+ years of experience in mainframe application development using COBOL with IMS DB/DC, including DL/I calls, and batch/online program development.
  • Strong hands-on experience with JCL, ISPF, IMS, and mainframe tools, along with designing, coding, unit testing, and debugging enterprise applications on IBM z/OS.
  • Proven ability to prepare technical design documents and deliver high-quality code with strong troubleshooting.

Nice to Have Skills:
  • Experience with Java Enterprise Edition (Java EE/J2EE) and Microsoft COBOL environments.
  • Familiarity with Telon, PDF, and other mainframe development utilities and tools.

About Us:
Arthur Lawrence is a management and technology consulting firm providing enterprise-wide business transformation and business applications implementation services to Fortune 100 and Big 4 organizations. Our in-depth technical knowledge and broad experience in working with world-class companies enable organizations to leverage our capabilities in developing winning strategies and cost-effective solutions.
We are a UN Women Empowerment Principal Signatory and are certified by National Minority Supplier Development Council.
Recent Associations & Acknowledgments:
  • Been recognized as a 2023 TOP WORKPLACE by the Houston Chronicle
  • IAOP Award; Ranked in the top 100 internationally
  • Ranked among the Inc 5000 twice - as one of the FASTEST GROWING COMPANIES OF AMERICA
  • Member of HMSDC, NMSDC and NY&NJMSDC

Our Seven Pillars:
We rely on the seven core values that we believe enable us to deliver quality for our consultants and clients: Education, Integrity, Value Creation, Collaboration, Best Client, Best People, and Stewardship. Through strict adherence to these core values, we have achieved success beyond all documented forecasts and anticipation.

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