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8/11 Cobol Developer 85

Atlanta, GA · Remote

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

This job is remote. You may be required to come on-site for meetings in Clemson, SC Our direct client has an opening for a Cobol developer 11315-1. This position is up to 12 months with the option of ...

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 ...

Software People, Inc.

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

Remote Duration: 12+ months This project includes backfill on production systems, potentially ... MVS COBOL * JCL * IDMS/Network * Changeman * TSO/ADS * Footprints * Sas * File-aid * Previous ...

System One

Senior Mainframe Developer (COBOL)

Reston, VA · Remote

$83/hr

Primarily Remote Onsite Expectations: Monthly travel to Reston, VA for PI Planning Compensation: $83/HR Employment Type: W2 only About the Role We're looking for a Senior Mainframe COBOL Developer to ...

Georgia IT, Inc.

Cobol/DB2 - Malvern, PA/Remote

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

Georgia IT, Inc. is seeking a Cobol/DB2 developer for a 6-month contract position. The role involves developing well-structured code, writing programs and reports, and participating in design and ...

Lorven Technologies

Mainframe Automation Test Engineer

$47 - $62.25/hr

Position: Mainframe Automation Test Engineer Location: Remote Good knowledge of Mainframe ... Knowledge of Cobol Programming & Job Control Language(JCL). * Running the jobs in Mainframe and ...

Apptad, Inc.

PMS Developer

$50.25 - $64.50/hr

West Bend, Wisconsin/Remote Years of Experience: 5-7 years Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Policy Management Systems (PMS) Developer with extensive knowledge of Cobol, JCL, and DB2 ...

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How much do remote cobol engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 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 is a remote COBOL engineer?

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?

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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8/11 Cobol Developer 85

Focused HR Solutions

Atlanta, GA • Remote

$51.50 - $69.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

This job is remote. You may be required to come on-site for meetings in Clemson, SC Our direct client has an opening for a Cobol developer  11315-1. This position is up to  12 months with the option of extension and is located in Clemson, sc. W2 only no 1099’s or subcontracting allowed for this client. 
  
Please send your rate and resume 
 
Job description (Scope of the project):
This project includes backfill on production systems, potentially working on smaller short-term projects and includes working with customers, development staff, operational staff and QA staff.
 
Daily duties/responsibilities:
  • Work collaboratively with the Medicaid services mmis and meds teams to make coding changes to cobol and ads programs using an idms network database or idms relational database, technical and design specifications. Debug, unit test, and integration test coding changes. Support quality assurance staff during qa, user acceptance, and external testing by making needed coding changes. Communicate effectively in both written and spoken communication. Work collaboratively with Clemson staff and other contracted staff.

Required skills (rank in order of importance):
  • Mainframe, mvs cobol, jcl, idms/network, ca-ads, change man
  • Soft skills required: effective communication skills (written and oral), adaptability, flexibility, self-motivation, problem-solving, analytical thinking, time management, ability to work effectively in a stressful environment
 
Preferred skills (rank in order of importance):
  • Sas, file-aid.
 
Required education:
  • High school diploma and 10 years’ experience in computer system development and modification.
 
Required certifications:
  • Idms - network - yes 1 advanced currently using 6 + years.
  • (cobol; jcl, etc.) - reading, interpreting, and documenting current processes and requirements yes 1 expert currently using 6 + years.
  • Ca-ads - yes 2 advanced within 6 months 4 - 6 years.
  • Sas - yes 4 intermediate within 2 years 2 - 4 years.
  • Serena changeman - yes 4 intermediate within 2 years 2 - 4 years.
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Focused HR Solutions is a Certified Women Business Enterprise by WBENC. FHR is a full service staffing firm that assists clients nationwide with supplemental staff for their information technology departments on a contract, contract to hire, and direct hire basis. Our team has extensive experience providing full service staffing needs to small, medium and large clients. Focused HR Solutions provides services to technology-driven clients that include many of the most prominent firms in the United States. Our client base includes State and Local Governments, Software Vendors, top Fortune 500 Companies, as well as companies in the automotive, retail, financial, health care, and telecommunication industries. At Focused HR Solutions, we utilize technology to market our candidate’s skills and fulfill our client’s job assignments guaranteed.

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11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Scottsdale, AZ, US

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