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WaveStrong, Inc.

Remote: Cobol Developer with Hogan

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

$49.75 - $67.25/hr

Exciting Remote Cobol Developer with Hogan contract opportunity. Requirements • Design, code, test, debug and support COBOL programs for batch and online (CICS) processing • Develop and maintain ...

WaveStrong, Inc.

Remote: Cobol Developer with Hogan

Dallas, TX · Remote

$49.75 - $67.25/hr

Exciting Remote Cobol Developer with Hogan contract opportunity. Requirements Design, code, test, debug and support COBOL programs for batch and online (CICS) processing Develop and maintain JCL for ...

WaveStrong, Inc.

Remote: Cobol Developer with Hogan

Dallas, TX · Remote

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

Exciting Remote Cobol Developer with Hogan contract opportunity. Requirements • Design, code, test, debug and support COBOL programs for batch and online (CICS) processing • Develop and maintain ...

Global Channel Management

Remote COBOL CICS Engineer

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

About the job Remote COBOL CICS Engineer COBOL CICS Engineer needs 6+ years experience COBOL CICS Engineer requires: * COBOL, CICS, VSAM, MQ, JCL, * Knowledge of SQL Server, Java COBOL CICS Engineer ...

Managed Staffing

COBOL Developer

TN · Remote

$53.50 - $55/hr

COBOL Developer (834 Enrollment Files) - Remote Pay: $53.90/hour (W2 only) Location: 100% Remote - Open to candidates from approved states About the Role Seeking an experienced COBOL Developer with ...

My3Tech Inc

COBOL Developer

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

Texas Remote Contract: Longterm Note: Looking for W2 candidates only. Position Requirements TDCJ is seeking an experienced COBOL Mainframe Developer with Micro Focus Enterprise experience for their ...

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 ...

RIT Solutions

COBOL Developer

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

COBOL Developer Duration: 12+ months Location ... Remote Details: Designs and develops solutions on the System i (AS/400) environment, utilizing ...

PLANIT Group

COBOL Developer - Level III

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

Remote Start Date: 05/05/25 Submit resumes: 04/30/25 Duration: One year plus annual extensions COBOL Developer - Level III (Remote): Description: Researches, designs, implements and manage software ...

Conduent, Inc.

Cobol Developer

GA · Remote

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

Microfocus Cobol Developer (Remote) About this role: As a Micro Focus COBOL Developer you will design, maintain, and enhance enterprise applications built on COBOL systems that support critical ...

Select Minds LLC

COBOL Programmer

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

$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 ...

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As of Jul 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote cobol engineer in the United States is $57.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.08 and $86.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Remote Cobol Engineers?

Remote Cobol Engineers are software developers who specialize in working with COBOL, a programming language commonly used for business, finance, and administrative systems, from a remote location rather than onsite. They are responsible for designing, developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting COBOL applications, often for legacy systems in industries such as banking and insurance. Remote Cobol Engineers typically collaborate with other IT professionals through digital communication tools, allowing businesses to access specialized expertise regardless of geographic location.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote COBOL Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote COBOL Engineer, you need strong proficiency in COBOL programming, a solid understanding of mainframe systems, and experience with legacy software maintenance, typically supported by a degree in computer science or related field. Familiarity with IBM mainframe environments, tools like JCL, CICS, DB2, and source code management systems is essential. Excellent problem-solving, independent time management, and clear remote communication skills help you excel in distributed teams. These skills and qualities are crucial to maintaining critical business applications and ensuring seamless legacy system operations from a remote setting.

How does a Remote COBOL Engineer typically collaborate with other team members on legacy system projects?

As a Remote COBOL Engineer, collaboration often involves daily stand-up meetings, regular code reviews, and close coordination with business analysts, QA testers, and mainframe administrators. Communication is typically managed via video calls, chat platforms, and project management tools to ensure everyone stays aligned on project goals and system updates. Since legacy systems can be complex, clear documentation and knowledge sharing are essential, and remote engineers frequently participate in virtual workshops or troubleshooting sessions to resolve issues as a team.
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Remote Cobol Programming Developer

Remote Cobol Programming Developer

Global Channel Management

Remote

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

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Posted 12 days ago

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About the job Remote Cobol Programming Developer
Remote Cobol Programming Developer needs 3 years Systems and programming experience required 1 year - Expert working knowledge of at least one programming language (COBOL)
Cobol Programming Developer requires:
Bachelors Degree in Business, Computer Science or equivalent work experience required. Equivalent years of experience are determined as one year of technical experience for every year of college requested.
Experience: 1 year - Experience with information technology concepts, application development methodology, terminology, and standards required
3 years - Systems and programming experience required 1 year - Expert working knowledge of at least one programming language (COBOL).
: Proven skill with information technology mainframe is required Proven analysis, design, and coding skills, and demonstrated success in leading large and complex projects
Demonstrated ability to interpret and translate technical and/or or complex concepts into information meaningful to project team members and/or business personnel.
Be organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple tasks with exceptional work ethic.
Leadership skills Must be able to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical co-workers
General Mainframe Cobol Understanding/Technical Skills Basic Financial Processes Understanding/Knowledge
Experience COBOL developer that has worked with 834 enrollment files.
More customer-focused role 50% of the time with COBOL changes for JCLs, etc. 50% of the time. This position requires more customer interaction
Cobol Programming Developer duties:
Formulates and defines system scope and objectives through research and fact-finding to design, develop, modify, or integrate complex information systems.
Devises or modifies application systems and procedures to optimize functional requirements including capacity, operating time, response time, and form of desired results.
Designs, codes, tests, debugs, and documents programs, subroutines, and scripts.
May serve one or more project team roles, such as project lead, business systems analyst, or technical lead, for small to medium efforts or manage phases of medium to large efforts.
Maintains technical skill set for software languages, databases, platforms, operating systems, utilities and networks needed to support work assignments.
Responds to system failures and performance events by taking appropriate measures to reduce system downtime and eliminate recurrence of problems. Regularly provides guidance and training to less-experienced analysts/programmers.

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Global Channel Management is a technology company that specializes in various types of recruiting and staff augmentation. Global Channel Management understands the challenges companies face when it comes to the skills and experience needed to fill the void of the day to day function. Organizations need to reduce training and labor costs but at the same time requiring the best talent for the job. GCM's Ownership and Management teams have extensive Staffing, Recruiting, HR and Executive Leadership knowledge, Experience and Expertise. Our Understanding and Commitment to our Client's Satisfaction are key reasons GCM has been successful in establishing long term relationships.

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Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Austell, GA, US

Year founded

2009

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