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COBOL Developer

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

Cobol Developer (Regular or Senior) 100% Remote. 3+ years of recent cobol experience. BMC software experience (ISPW) is not a hard requirement at this time, but might become one. Interview Questions ...

2X COBOL Developers (Remote)

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

Developers (Remote) Job Summary This role focuses on modernizing legacy applications by refactoring ... The engineer will analyze, redesign, and convert legacy code while ensuring system performance ...

Cobol/CICS Developer (Remote)

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

... a COBOL/CICS Developer to provide system development, enhancement, and maintenance support for a payroll application of our U.S. Government client. This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire ...

Cobol Programmer - Advanced (Job ID: 11021 ) Work Location ... Columbia, South Carolina (100% Remote) Duration: 9 Months (Possible Extension) Interview Process: 2 ...

FOCUS COBOL CICS Developer (Remote)

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

... a COBOL/CICS Developer to provide system development, enhancement, and maintenance support for a payroll application of our U.S. Government client. This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire ...

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 ...

FOCUS COBOL CICS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN ยท On-site +1

$48 - $65/hr

... COBOL/CICS Developer to provide system development, enhancement, and maintenance support for a payroll application of our U.S. Government client. * This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire ...

Cobol/IDMS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN ยท 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 ...

FOCUS COBOL CICS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN ยท Remote

$48 - $65/hr

... COBOL/CICS Developer to provide system development, enhancement, and maintenance support for a payroll application of our U.S. Government client. * This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire ...

Cobol/IDMS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN ยท 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 ...

Cobol/CICS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN ยท On-site +1

$48 - $65/hr

... COBOL/CICS Developer to provide system development, enhancement, and maintenance support for a payroll application of our U.S. Government client. * This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire ...

Cobol/CICS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN ยท Remote

$48 - $65/hr

... COBOL/CICS Developer to provide system development, enhancement, and maintenance support for a payroll application of our U.S. Government client. * This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire ...

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How much do remote cobol engineer jobs pay per hour?

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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2X COBOL Developers (Remote)

2X COBOL Developers (Remote)

Elyon International, Inc.

Seattle, WA โ€ข On-site, Remote

$60 - $65/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Developers (Remote)
Job Summary
This role focuses on modernizing legacy applications by refactoring existing COBOL-based business logic into SQL/MX within the HPE NonStop environment. The work supports the AIRES application operating within the client's network. The engineer will analyze, redesign, and convert legacy code while ensuring system performance, stability, and data integrity across mission-critical systems.
Key Responsibilities
  • Refactor and migrate legacy COBOL code into SQL/MX-based implementations
  • Work within the HPE NonStop platform, supporting the AIRES application
  • Analyze existing business logic and redesign it for modern database-driven architecture
  • Ensure code quality, performance optimization, and system reliability
  • Collaborate within secure enterprise environments, adhering to network standards

Required Qualifications
  • Strong hands-on experience with:
    • COBOL development and refactoring
    • HPE NonStop systems
    • SQL/MX and SQL/MX Database Manager
    • TAL (Transaction Application Language)
  • Proven experience migrating or modernizing legacy systems
  • Solid understanding of enterprise application architecture and database-driven solutions

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills
Experience with:
  • NonStop SOAP
  • Guardian OS
  • DDL (Data Definition Language)
  • NetBatch, TACL, and KSH
  • Python scripting
  • Data masking techniques
  • SCOBOL

Benefits:
Paid sick leave, Medical/Dental (optional), 401 (k) Retirement Plan (optional), Employer Paid Life Insurance, Employer Paid Short Term Disability, Optional Life Insurance.
ELYON International, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.