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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote cognos in California is $55.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45.10 and $64.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Remote Cognos job involves working with IBM Cognos software to develop, manage, and analyze business intelligence reports and dashboards while operating from a remote location. Professionals in this role use Cognos tools to extract insights from data, create visualizations, and support organizational decision-making. Responsibilities may include report development, data modeling, troubleshooting, and system administration. Remote Cognos professionals typically collaborate with teams through virtual communication tools and may work as business analysts, developers, or administrators depending on their expertise.

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A remote Cognos professional typically spends their day designing, developing, and maintaining reports and dashboards using IBM Cognos Analytics based on stakeholder requirements. They collaborate with business users and data teams through virtual meetings to gather requirements, perform data analysis, and troubleshoot or optimize existing BI solutions. Frequent responsibilities also include writing and refining SQL queries, documenting processes, and ensuring data accuracy and security across reporting platforms. The remote setup requires proactive communication and strong organizational skills to manage tasks independently while staying aligned with project timelines and team goals.

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To thrive as a Remote Cognos professional, you need expertise in business intelligence (BI) concepts, data analysis, and report development, often supported by a background in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Proficiency in IBM Cognos Analytics, SQL, and data visualization tools, as well as relevant certifications like IBM Certified Designer or Developer, is highly valuable. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills are essential soft skills for this role. These competencies are crucial for delivering insightful analytics solutions, collaborating remotely with cross-functional teams, and ensuring accurate, actionable business reporting.

What cities in California are hiring for Remote Cognos jobs?

Cities in California with the most Remote Cognos job openings:

Infographic showing various Remote Cognos job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 8% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,552 per year, or $55.6 per hour.

Programmer Analyst (remote)

On-site, Remote


Concordance Healthcare Solutions
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

170th of 426 rated retail wholesalers

People enjoy working here

Good employer

Paid breaks


$90K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

At Concordance Healthcare Solutions, we believe that each team member makes a difference in driving our purpose of positively impacting lives forward. Concordance is committed to our guiding principles of financial stewardship, accountability, forward thinking, aligned relationships and an inclusive culture. This is done through maintaining an unwavering amount of respect and commitment with our employees and customers, being authentic to who we are and operating with the highest levels of integrity. Through our dedicated staff of over 750 employees, working in strategically-located distribution centers across the country, we offer dynamic supply chain solutions to the entire healthcare continuum.
We have a job opening and exciting opportunity for a full-time Programmer Analyst in any Concordance location or fully remote. The Programmer Analyst participates in the analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, documentation, and support of enterprise business applications. This role works closely with users, business analysts, management, and IS team members to define requirements, resolve system issues, improve operational efficiency, and deliver reliable technology solutions.
Essential Functions:
  • Develop, maintain, and support IBM i applications using RPGLE, CLLE, embedded SQL, Db2 for i, and related development tools.
  • Analyze business processes and translate user requirements into functional and technical specifications.
  • Troubleshoot production application issues, determine root cause, and implement corrective actions.
  • Create and maintain technical and user documentation, support notes, and operational procedures.
  • Support reporting, analytics, and data extraction needs using SQL, Cognos, Sequel or equivalent tools.
  • Participate in modernization efforts involving application refactoring, improved documentation, automation, integration, and user experience improvements.
  • Use approved AI-assisted tools, where appropriate, to improve development of productivity, documentation, analysis, testing, and knowledge discovery while following company policy and data protection requirements.
  • Collaborate with business users, IS team members, and management to prioritize work, communicate status, and deliver solutions aligned with business needs.
  • Share best practices and technical knowledge with team members.
  • Provide after-hours support for critical production systems, scheduled implementations, or urgent business-impacting software issues.
  • May require minimal travel up to 5%.
  • Other duties as assigned.

The aforementioned is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list or statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
What You will Need to be Successful:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  • Experience with VAI S2K or similar ERP/business applications.
  • Experience in healthcare distribution, supply chain, finance, operations, or related business domains.
  • Experience with application modernization, automation, reporting, or process improvement.
  • Experience using AI-assisted development or productivity tools is a plus. Candidate must use such tools responsibly and in accordance with company policies, including requirements for protecting confidential company, customer, vendor, and employee information.
  • Proficiency with RPGLE, CLLE, IBM i development concepts, subfiles, service programs, subprocedures, prototypes, free-format RPG, and embedded SQL.
  • Working knowledge of Db2 for i, SQL-based data analysis, application troubleshooting, and production support practices.
  • Ability to analyze business requirements, identify root cause, and recommend practical system or process improvements.
  • Ability to create clear technical documentation, support procedures, and user-facing instructions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with business users, technical team members, and management.
  • Ability to prioritize conflicting demands and complete assigned work within established schedules.
  • Three or more years of experience developing and supporting IBM i business applications in a production enterprise environment.
  • Experience with RPGLE, CLLE, embedded SQL, Db2 for i, and application support in a business environment.
  • Experience with reporting or analytics tools such as Query/400, SQL, Cognos, or equivalent reporting platforms.
  • Proven ability to manage assigned work, meet due dates, communicate status, and support multiple priorities.
  • Successfully pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check and drug screening.

Work Location:
  • This role is located in any Concordance location or fully remote.

Compensation: $90,000-$120,000 salaried.
We offer great benefits and competitive pay!
Health, Life, Dental, Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation and Personal time, Paid Holiday
401K Retirement Plan - Company match
Company paid Short Term & Long Term Disability
Concordance Healthcare Solutions, LLC is committed to being the most respected, innovative, national, multi-market healthcare solutions company earning the highest level of trust by operating with integrity, unwavering commitment and exceptional service through our culture of excellence. Through our dedicated staff of over 750 employees, working in strategically-located distribution centers across the country, we offer dynamic supply chain solutions to the entire healthcare continuum.
Our core values are what truly defines us, not our products, not our processes, but our values. These seven principles are the backbone of who we are and how we operate at Concordance Healthcare Solutions. They are the standards we hold ourselves to, who we choose to be every day, the expectations we set for one another, and the identity we carry into every room, every challenge, and every opportunity. The seven core values include reputation matters, problem solver, good human being, committed and drive, customer first, high integrity and gritty mentality.
These seven values define our culture, guide our decisions, and shape the legacy we're building together. When you put all of these values together, you create a culture people want to be part of, a company customers trust, and a team capable of accomplishing great things together. When we live these values consistently, we don't just succeed as a company, we succeed as people.
Concordance Healthcare Solutions is proud to provide Equal Employment Opportunities to all individuals for employment and prohibits any kind of discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, our organization is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees as requested. If reasonable accommodation is necessary for the interview process, please contact hr-admin@concordancehs.com.
Position will remain open until filled. Interested applicants should apply on-line at http://www.concordancehealthcare.com/careers. Internal employees should apply on-line through UKG Pro by selecting Menu > Myself > My Company > View Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.


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