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A.C. Coy

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 application as well as helping in the database environment. * This will be a 100% remote Contract ...

A.C. Coy

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 application as well as helping in the database environment. * This will be a 100% remote Contract ...

A.C. Coy

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 application as well as helping in the database environment. * This will be a 100% remote Contract ...

A.C. Coy

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 application as well as helping in the database environment. * This will be a 100% remote Contract ...

A.C. Coy

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 application as well as helping in the database environment. * This will be a 100% remote Contract ...

A.C. Coy

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 application as well as helping in the database environment. * This will be a 100% remote Contract ...

AristonTek

Senior Developer - IDMS / ADSO

Dallas, TX · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

Senior Developer - IDMS / ADSO Location: Dallas, TX Hire-Type: Fulltime Job Title: Senior Developer - IDMS / ADSO Relevant Experience (in Yrs): 10+ yrs Technical/Functional Skills: IDMS/ADSO, COBOL ...

Georgia IT, Inc.

Mainframe Developer-Miami, FL (Remote)

$50.25 - $64.50/hr

Required : • Programming experience in an IDMS/COBOL/VSAM/JCL/Z/OS mainframe environment (5+ years) • Experience in systems analysis, development and project implementation (5+ years) • ...

Maverick Direct Inc.

COBOL IDMS/ADSO

Cleveland, OH

$48.75 - $66/hr

Qualifications Required skills The successful candidate needs at least 5-8 years of mainframe COBOL, IDMS/ADSO computer programming, systems design, and analysis experience. MVS, JCL, TSO are also ...

Peraton

COBOL / IDMS Software Programmer/Developer

$66K - $106K/yr

... 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 ...

Software People, Inc.

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

IDMS/Network * Changeman * TSO/ADS * Footprints * Sas * File-aid * Previous experience with Medicaid

Saxon Global

Cobol Developer

Quincy, MA · On-site

$52.75 - $71.50/hr

IDMS experience Cobol programming experience Experience with JCL, CICS and VSAM Nice to haves: Assembler experience Thanks! Qualifications IDMS experience Cobol programming experience Experience with ...

DataSync Inc

Mainframe Developer

Omaha, GA · On-site

$43 - $55.50/hr

... CICS, IDMS, and DB2. Convert requirements into technical specifications, design and implement ... As a Senior Mainframe Developer at Fiserv, you will contribute to the development, enhancement ...

Amtex Enterprises Inc

Mainframe Developer

Trenton, NJ · On-site

$49.25 - $63.25/hr

... DB2, IDMS to DB2, Experience with Information Builders FOCUS We are looking for a Mainframe ... Developer to support the design, development, testing, maintenance, and production support of ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for idms developer in the United States is $98,791.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,000.00 and $102,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an IDMS developer?

IDMS Developers are IT professionals who specialize in developing, maintaining, and supporting applications that use the Integrated Database Management System (IDMS), a network model database management system from CA Technologies. Their work typically involves writing and optimizing COBOL or ADSO programs that interact with IDMS databases, performing database design, and ensuring data integrity and performance. IDMS Developers are often required in organizations that run legacy mainframe systems, and their skills are crucial for supporting critical business applications built on these platforms.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an IDMS developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an IDMS Developer, you need strong knowledge of COBOL programming, IDMS database architecture, and experience with mainframe environments, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like CA-IDMS, JCL, and debugging utilities, as well as experience with database management and performance tuning, is essential. Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication are critical soft skills for collaborating with teams and resolving complex technical issues. These skills ensure efficient development, maintenance, and optimization of legacy systems critical to business operations.

What are some common challenges faced by an IDMS developer when integrating legacy systems with modern applications?

As an IDMS Developer, one common challenge is bridging the gap between legacy IDMS databases and newer technologies or applications. This often involves understanding complex, undocumented legacy code and ensuring data integrity during migration or integration projects. Developers must also address compatibility issues and optimize performance while maintaining business continuity. Frequent collaboration with system architects, business analysts, and other developers is essential to ensure smooth integration and to minimize disruptions.

What is the difference between Idms Developer vs Data Analyst?

AspectIdms DeveloperData Analyst
Required CredentialsSQL, PL/SQL, basic certifications in IDMS or database managementStatistics, SQL, data visualization certifications
Work EnvironmentIT departments, banking, insurance, enterprise systemsBusiness, finance, marketing sectors, data-driven teams
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial institutions, large enterprises using IDMSVarious industries analyzing data for insights

Idms Developers focus on maintaining and developing IDMS database systems, primarily working within IT departments of financial and enterprise organizations. Data Analysts interpret data to support business decisions across diverse industries. While both roles involve working with data and SQL, their core responsibilities and environments differ significantly.

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Cobol/IDMS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN • Remote

A.C. Coy
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$48 - $65/hr

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  • Tier One Technologies is looking for a COBOL/IDMS Developer to maintain and support a large payroll application as well as helping in the database environment.
  • This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire position.
  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • SELECTED CANDIDATES WITHOUT REQUIRED CLEARANCE WILL BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL GOVERNMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION TO RECEIVE IT.

  • Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcomes and consequences of design.
  • Coordinate software system installations and monitor equipment functioning to ensure specifications are met.
  • Modify existing databases and database management systems.
  • Write and code logical and physical database descriptions and specify identifiers of database to management system or direct others in coding descriptions.
  • Work as part of a project team to coordinate database development and determine project scope and limitations.
  • Conduct multidisciplinary research and collaborate with equipment designers and/or hardware engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product and commercial software.
  • Determine computer user needs; analyze system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls; prepare operating instructions; design and develop compilers and assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems.
  • Ensure software standards are met. Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.
  • Confer with systems analysts, engineers, programmers and others to design systems and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces.
  • Review project requests describing database user needs to estimate time and cost required to accomplish project.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field required.
  • 8+ years of IBM z/OS-based mainframe experience using COBOL, JCL, TSO, ISPF, Endevor, and REXX.
  • Expertise working with the CA IDMS system, with the ability to perform the following:
    • CA IDMS database installation & maintenance
    • CA IDMS buffer tuning
    • CA IDMS index tuning
    • CA IDMS system generation
    • CA IDMS security administration
  • Must have active CompTIA Security+ certification.
  • Ability of designing, coding and testing software requirements.
  • Familiarity with computer development software as it relates to systems, such as SQL, Visual Basic, etc.
  • Basic knowledge of the full software development lifecycle: from business/systems analysis, through requirements gathering and functional specification authoring, to development, testing and delivery.
  • Familiarity and knowledge of the Agile methodology is a plus.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Must be a US Citizen and be able to obtain a DoD Public Trust clearance.
  • Must not have traveled outside the US for a combined total of 6 months or more in the last 5 years.
  • Must have resided in the US for the last 5 years.
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