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Lead Systems Programmer

Alpharetta, GA · On-site +1

$63K - $94K/yr

We are currently seeking a Lead Systems Programmer to join our team in Alpharetta, Georgia (US-GA ... The starting pay range for this remote role is $63,216.00-$94,550. This range reflects the minimum ...

Lead Systems Programmer

Alpharetta, GA · On-site +1

$63K - $94K/yr

We are currently seeking a Lead Systems Programmer to join our team in Alpharetta, Georgia (US-GA ... The starting pay range for this remote role is $63,216.00-$94,550. This range reflects the minimum ...

Mainframe ZOS System Programmer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site +1

$79K - $152K/yr

Install, configure, and maintain IBM z/OS operating systems. * Perform system upgrades, migrations ... Work closely with DB2, CICS, IMS, MQ, and Storage teams for integration and support. Performance ...

Mainframe System Programmer

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

$120K - $140K/yr

Overview The IBM Network Systems Programmer reviews all products and processes to verify the ... Provide 24x7/365 remote support services and on-premises response as needed. * Utilize IBM's SMP/E ...

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How much do remote cics systems programmer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote cics systems programmer in the United States is $49.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36.06 and $62.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Cics Systems Programmer vs Remote Mainframe Developer?

AspectRemote Cics Systems ProgrammerRemote Mainframe Developer
Primary RoleMaintains and optimizes CICS transaction processing systemsDevelops, tests, and maintains mainframe applications
Skills & CertificationsExperience with CICS, COBOL, JCL; certifications in mainframe technologiesProficiency in COBOL, JCL, DB2; mainframe development certifications
Work EnvironmentMainframe environments, often in financial or government sectorsMainframe systems across various industries like banking, insurance
Common UsageFocuses on system stability and transaction managementFocuses on application development and maintenance

The Remote Cics Systems Programmer primarily manages and maintains CICS transaction systems, ensuring their stability and performance. In contrast, a Remote Mainframe Developer develops and maintains mainframe applications. While both roles require mainframe skills and similar certifications, their focus areas differ—system management versus application development.

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Infographic showing various Remote Cics Systems Programmer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,470 per year, or $49.7 per hour.

Senior Mainframe Applications Developer (COBOL, DB2, Natural, CICS) / Remote

Apetan Consulting llc

Austin, TX • Remote

$150/hr

Contractor

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

Senior Mainframe Applications Developer (COBOL, DB2, Natural, CICS)

Location : Austin Texas ( 100% Remote Role in Texas )
 

Experience: Minimum 12-15+ Years Must 

Looks for someone with experience working for the State / Federal Workforce or Labor Department. ( Minimum 2-3+ Years )

Advanced proficiency in writing, testing, and debugging COBOL, Natural, and JCL applications within a large-scale mainframe environment.

Hands-on experience analyzing, modifying, and optimizing DB2 tables, schemas, and relational databases to integrate new data structures into existing systems.

Knowledge of scripting and batch processing in legacy and current technology to modify online user screens (CICS/Map environments), runtime routines, and complex background batch processing jobs.

Knowledge of Web API Development, including SOAP, REST, XML, and JSON, REST, with specific experience mapping and parsing external web-service data streams into legacy mainframe backend processing.

Experience implementing secure user authentication and authorization protocols using enterprise frameworks such as LDAP, SAML, or OIDC.

Experienced in analyzing existing legacy routines and batch processing workflows to integrate new functional elements and modify underlying DB2 database tables.

Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) principles, practices and techniques of application programming and software design

Ability to accurately test software applications using a data driven development approach

Skill in solving problems; in scheduling, testing, installing, and implementing programs; and in troubleshooting computer software systems

Expertise in analyzing undocumented or highly customized legacy code routines to perform precise gap analysis and impact mapping.

Prior experience specifically implementing or maintaining NASWA SIDES (State Information Data Exchange System) exchanges and technical specifications.

Strong functional knowledge of UI program workflows, specifically involving Additional Fact-Finding (ADF), Determinations and Decisions (DD), Monetary/Potential Charges (MPC), and Benefit Charges (BC).

SDLC tools – Visio, ALM Octane

Experience handling and securing sensitive Personally Identifiable Information (PII) within a state or federal agency framework.

Experience with automating identity management services to include user authentication and authorization using an authentication framework, using Azure, Okta, LDAP, Entra