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Remote (Needs to travel to client site when required with your own expenses) Duration: Long term contract Job Summary We are seeking an IBM Mainframe Administrator with expertise in data center ...

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Mainframe Tester - 100% Remote Location Columbus, OH Position type 12 Months Contract Rate DOE US Citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at ...

... 06+months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Newark, NJ (Remote ... Key Skills: Mainframe System Engineer Z/OS 2-TCPIP 3- DR (Disaster Recover) Replication

Mainframe Engineer

Boiling Springs, PA · On-site +1

$47.50 - $61/hr

This is a full-time, remote role with travel 2 days onsite per week at Riverdale, MD. The average ... S. citizens only in accordance with federal contract requirements. Applicants must provide proof of ...

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Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer

$56.25 - $71.75/hr

Washington DC 100% REMOTE until any further notice Job Type: 6 Months Contract - Possible extension 8-10 Years' Experience of Mainframe Systems Programming background is required. Infrastructure ...

Mainframe QA Tester - 100% Remote Location Columbus, OH Position type 12 Months Contract Rate DOE US citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor ...

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 ...

Role Customer\1 Location US Remote Contract JD • Must have E&U Domain experiance • Expert ... Design, code, test, and debug mainframe applications using COBOL, JCL, DB2 and CICS. • Project ...

Mainframe Developer

$50.25 - $64.50/hr

Mainframe Developer Location ... Remote working PST hours- San Jose, CA Long term contract Interview Process: 2 rounds; 1 hour each ...

Senior Mainframe Engineer Location: remote Pay rate: open to W2 and established 1099s Position type: multiyear contract We are currently seeking a Senior Mainframe Programmer/Support Analyst with a ...

Sr. Mainframe Developer

$50.25 - $64.50/hr

Remote in NC, VA, TN, SC or GA Duration: 6 months contract with possibility to extension We need Sr Mainframe Developers with CICS. The candidate must sit in NC, VA, TN, SC or GA. Must Haves: * 12 ...

Sr. Mainframe Developer

$50.25 - $64.50/hr

Remote in NC, VA, TN, SC or GA Duration: 6 months contract with possibility to extension We need Sr Mainframe Developers with CICS. The candidate must sit in NC, VA, TN, SC or GA. Must Haves: * 12 ...

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As of Jul 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote contract mainframe in the United States is $53.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.12 and $60.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Contract Mainframe vs Remote Contract COBOL Developer?

AspectRemote Contract MainframeRemote Contract COBOL Developer
Required CredentialsMainframe certifications, COBOL knowledgeCOBOL certifications, mainframe experience
Work EnvironmentMainframe systems, legacy platformsLegacy systems, mainframe environments
Industry UsageFinancial, insurance, governmentFinancial, banking, insurance
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding mainframe roles, contract workCOBOL programming, contract opportunities

Remote Contract Mainframe and Remote Contract COBOL Developer roles both involve working with legacy mainframe systems, often in financial and government sectors. While they share similar credentials and work environments, the main difference lies in the focus: mainframe roles encompass broader system management, whereas COBOL developers specialize in programming and maintaining COBOL code. Both roles are in high demand for legacy system support and often overlap in job requirements.

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Programmer Mainframe or Cobol Developer at Remote

Programmer Mainframe or Cobol Developer at Remote

Syntricate Technologies

Remote

$50.25 - $64.50/hr

Other

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

We are looking for Programmer - Advanced (Mainframe/Cobol Developer) at Remote. Please read the job description below and let me know if you are interested.
Position: Programmer - Advanced (Mainframe/Cobol Developer)
Location: Fully Remote
Duration: 9+Months Contract
Interview Process: Virtual
Req ID: 10984
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Programmer - Advanced (Mainframe Developer) to support Medicaid IT systems and enterprise application initiatives. This role involves maintaining and enhancing production systems, implementing code changes, supporting ongoing development efforts, and collaborating with technical and business teams. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in mainframe technologies, COBOL development, database systems, and troubleshooting within large-scale enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Medicaid Services teams and technical staff to implement coding changes and enhancements
  • Develop, modify, test, and maintain COBOL and ADS applications using IDMS databases
  • Analyze technical specifications and translate business requirements into application solutions
  • Debug applications and perform unit, integration, and system testing
  • Support QA, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and external testing efforts
  • Troubleshoot production issues and provide timely resolution
  • Participate in application maintenance and knowledge transfer activities
  • Document application logic, inputs, outputs, and technical processes
  • Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners
  • Participate in rotational on-call support as needed
Required Qualifications
  • Associate degree or equivalent professional work experience
  • 10+ years of Mainframe development experience
  • 10+ years of experience with MVS COBOL
  • 10+ years of experience with JCL
  • 10+ years of experience with IDMS/Network
  • 10+ years of experience with DB2
  • 7+ years of experience with CA-ADS
  • 5+ years of experience with Changeman
  • 5+ years of experience with CICS
  • 5+ years of experience with VSAM
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with SAS
  • Experience with File-Aid
  • Experience supporting Medicaid or Medicare claims processing systems
  • Experience with MQ
  • Experience with Endevor
  • Experience with Xpeditor

Best Regards,
Salman Alam
IT Recruiter||Syntricate Technologies Inc.
Direct: 781-236-6328
Email: salman.a@syntricatetechnologies.com