Companies across the country continue to rely on robust mainframe systems, driving steady demand for a skilled COBOL programmer who can keep critical applications running smoothly. This remote opportunity offers 53 open positions for professionals ready to modernize and maintain enterprise-grade software. With businesses increasingly prioritizing legacy system stability, now is an excellent time to explore COBOL programmer jobs in the USA.
Strong candidates bring deep expertise in COBOL, JCL, and CICS, along with a solid understanding of batch processing and mainframe architecture. Familiarity with DB2 or VSAM databases is highly valued, as is experience debugging and optimizing existing codebases. Employers searching to hire a COBOL programmer typically look for analytical thinkers who can translate complex business logic into reliable, maintainable code while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Remote work has become increasingly common for this field, allowing companies to tap into specialized talent regardless of geographic location. Organizations across finance, insurance, and government sectors continue posting COBOL programmer vacancies as they balance legacy infrastructure with digital transformation initiatives. This shift has created flexible, long-term career paths for professionals who understand both traditional systems and modern integration practices.
If you're ready to apply your mainframe expertise to meaningful, high-impact projects, now is the perfect moment to explore current COBOL programmer positions. GlobalWork AI connects talented professionals with organizations seeking reliable technical expertise, making it easy to find your next remote opportunity. Take the next step in your career and discover how your skills can make a lasting difference.
EGROVE SYSTEMS CORPORATION
Develop and support COBOL applications, manage JCL and VSAM datasets, and perform batch processing. Oversee IDMS database development, data transformation, and interface mapping. Automate file transfers and manage scheduling tools like CA7 or Control-M.
remote, IA, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)Kannegiesser North America
Develop, test, and maintain software applications for automated laundry systems. Collaborate with engineers and technicians to create solutions, troubleshoot software issues, and document programming processes.
remote, Grand Prairie, TX, United States$58k – $71k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)iCallidus
Develop, test, and maintain software applications for EHRM requirements. Configure and deploy application code per VA standards, support interface management and system integration activities, and ensure compliance with VA security standards.
remote, United States$124k – $163k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)iCallidus
Lead a team of programmers to develop and maintain applications for the EHRM program. Establish coding standards, enforce secure coding practices, and review technical deliverables.
remote, United States$124k – $163k/yrFull TimeLead / Manager
Coventek Inc
Develop, enhance, and maintain COBOL and JCL programs for data exchange between legacy and new systems. Modify file layouts and validation routines based on requirements. Support modernization efforts and troubleshoot existing processes.
remote, IA, United StatesFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
Gainwell Technologies LLC
Code, test, debug, implement, and document moderately complex programs. Analyze, design, and write specifications for program development. Evaluate existing systems, assist project managers, and lead a small sub-team of developers.
remote, United States$73k – $104k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Exavalu Solutions India Pvt Ltd
Design, develop, and test web and mobile applications using JavaScript and Android Studio. Configure and integrate GuideWire with internal and external systems. Deliver product backlog and upgrade insurance applications.
remote, Newport Beach, CA, United States$185k – $186k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)Gainwell Technologies LLC
Lead the full software development lifecycle for NCPDP F6 implementation, including analysis, design, coding, testing, and deployment. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate functional requirements into technical solutions.
remote, United States$58k – $83k/yrFull TimeLead / ManagerGainwell Technologies LLC
Lead the full software development lifecycle for NCPDP F6 implementation, including analysis, design, coding, testing, and deployment. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate functional requirements into technical solutions.
remote, United States$73k – $104k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Kyndryl
Investigate and resolve Production and UAT batch and online application failures. Document incidents, root causes, and operational procedures. Support batch processing and provide correction instructions to Operations teams.
remote, NM, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Centillion Infotech LLC
Manage and maintain mainframe environments, including installation, customization, and deployment of server software using SMP/E. Oversee mainframe storage infrastructure and ensure effective operation of UNIX System Services (USS), Zowe, and z/OSMF.
remote, United StatesPart TimeSenior (5+ years)
AG Consulting Partners, Inc.
Analyze, maintain, enhance, and support applications on the Unisys OS2200 platform. Develop and troubleshoot COBOL ANSI 74 applications, design ECL job streams, and support DMS databases. Conduct testing activities and create technical documentation.
remote, United States$115k – $145k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
TEKsystems
Perform Hogan IDS application development within an IBM mainframe environment, leveraging COBOL, JCL, and DB2. Communicate project status, resolve technical issues, and adhere to development, testing, security, and documentation processes.
remote, United States$131k – $151k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
UT Health San Antonio
Formulates and defines system scope and objectives for projects. Designs, codes, tests, debugs, documents, and maintains programs. Leads and mentors team members while ensuring project completion and user satisfaction. Collaborates with stakeholders for troubleshooting and testing of applications.
remote, United StatesFull TimeLead / Manager
Highmark Health
Support technical aspects of the Mainframe Cobol application product life cycle, collaborating with customers to gather specifications and create business cases. Analyze data for business problems and process improvements, execute test cases, and provide root cause analysis.
remote, PA, United States$58k – $90k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
M9 Solutions
Support the reduction of a backlog of change requests for the grants management system. Develop and maintain the system focusing on modernization, interoperability, and security. Collaborate with client personnel to capture requirements and ensure they are met.
remote, DC, United States$60k – $180k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)Gainwell Technologies LLC
Design, develop, install, test, and document applications software, including server, client, and web components. Collaborate with application architects and developers to ensure accurate design requirements. Define project requirements and create detailed application solution designs.
remote, United States$58k – $83k/yrFull TimeMiddle (2-4 years)
BairesDev
Design, code, test, and debug COBOL programs for batch and online CICS processing. Maintain and optimize data access using DB2, VSAM, and JCL. Analyze legacy code for modernization opportunities and provide expert production support for mission-critical systems.
remote (anywhere)Full TimeMiddle (2-4 years)
NTT DATA Services
Develop applications in Microfocus and Mainframe technologies, including COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS, and Webservices CICS. Analyze existing programs, create technical specifications, and perform code and design reviews.
remote, TX, United States$96k – $121k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Sammons Financial Group
Lead the administration, optimization, and support of IBM Z-Series mainframe systems. Analyze, design, implement, and manage OS and system software solutions. Oversee hardware and OS management, ensuring peak performance and reliability.
remote, Sioux Falls, SD, United States$76k – $159k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Chimes
Develop, test, document, and maintain programs and scripts based on approved specifications. Create and modify secure code for applications and interfaces, run unit and regression tests, and debug errors. Document program logic and participate in code reviews and release-readiness checks.
remote, United States$93k – $139k/yrFull TimeMiddle (2-4 years)TEKsystems
Install, configure, and support Db2 for z/OS environments. Tune Db2 for high-volume workloads and optimize performance through various strategies. Support IMS data collection and troubleshoot performance issues.
remote, NC, United States$111k – $131k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Endava
Design, develop, and enhance applications using SYNON/COOL 2E, COBOL400, CL/400, and DB2/400. Support RxCLAIM functionality and analyze complex claim processing logic. Maintain and modernize AS/400 applications, troubleshoot production issues, and document system flows.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
State of Washington
Lead the design, architecture, and modernization of the MIPS application. Supervise the MIPS Mainframe team, providing technical leadership and overseeing application development.
remote, IA, United States$99k – $134k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Knowledge Services
Design, develop, test, and support enhancements to mainframe applications. Translate business requirements into technical solutions, produce documentation, and collaborate in Agile teams. Participate in code reviews, maintain runbooks, and provide production support in a 24x7 on-call model.
remote, ND, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)Gainwell Technologies LLC
Lead technical teams in designing, developing, testing, and installing complex database applications. Oversee relationships between application architects and developers to ensure design requirements are met. Write complex design, coding, and testing documentation for technical products.
remote, United States$91k – $130k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Koniag Government Services, LLC
Provide frontline helpdesk support for automation solutions, triaging and documenting incidents using a ticketing system. Communicate effectively with users to understand issues and provide updates. Collaborate with developers to relay user feedback and support testing.
remote, United StatesFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
Truist
Install and maintain zOS systems, including new releases and OEM installations. Perform problem tracking, diagnosis, troubleshooting, and resolution for complex issues. Manage incidents and service tickets, and provide guidance to less experienced team members.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
First Citizens Bank
Enhance and support Hogan applications by developing software and procedures. Analyze user requests, code, test, and implement solutions while providing technical support for production systems. Draft documentation for system and operational purposes, and oversee less experienced analysts as needed.
remote, AZ, United States$117k – $130k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
BanQsi
Design, develop, and maintain data conversion programs using Oracle SQL and PL/SQL. Validate banking data, troubleshoot conversion issues, and produce conversion reports.
remote, United StatesFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
Computer Task Group, Inc
Analyze mainframe interfaces and data flows, develop source-to-target data mappings, and create interface inventories. Trace files and batch jobs to validate data movement, and document technical processes and specifications.
remote, United States$139k – $149k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)Computer Task Group, Inc
Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical specifications. Design, develop, maintain, and support CA-MMIS applications in an IBM z/OS environment. Develop and maintain integrations using z/OS Connect APIs and AWS Cloud services.
remote, CA, United States$101k – $111k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)Computer Task Group, Inc
Develop, maintain, enhance, and support mainframe applications in a high-availability environment. Provide Tier III production support, troubleshoot complex issues, and perform root-cause analysis.
remote, United States$139k – $149k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
Precision Resources
Maintain server operating systems, hardware, storage, and application software. Monitor usage, performance, and resources while troubleshooting daily issues. Perform capacity and performance tuning, assist with disaster recovery planning and testing, and provide mainframe tool support.
remote, United StatesFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
CAI
Develop, enhance, and maintain COBOL, NATURAL, and JCL programs for client projects. Analyze existing applications, provide technical documentation, and support modernization efforts. Troubleshoot production issues and perform root cause analysis.
remote, United States$113k – $123k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Ensono
Provide software support for CICS and related OEM products for mainframe z/OS customers. Fulfill customer service orders, troubleshoot reported issues, and assist in customer migrations. Follow installation procedures for OEM software and execute disaster recovery tasks.
remote, United States$65k – $123k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Anchor Software LLC
Design, develop, and maintain mainframe applications. Write, test, and debug COBOL, JCL, and other mainframe code. Collaborate with teams to gather requirements, analyze system issues, and support batch processing and job scheduling. Document technical specifications and participate in code reviews.
remote, TX, United StatesFull TimeJunior (<2 years)ReconMR
Program and configure surveys using Voxco for CATI/telephone and web-based studies. Manage sample files, respondent variables, and quotas for telephone projects. Conduct testing and quality-control checks, troubleshoot issues during fieldwork, and implement corrections.
remote, United States$50k – $70k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
Jenzabar
Troubleshoot and update Jenzabar customizations, prepare requirements and solutions, and deliver technical programming work. Develop integrations and programs using C#, XML, .Net, SQL, and REST API calls.
remote, United States$66k – $79k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)Jenzabar
Troubleshoot and update Jenzabar developed local customizations. Collaborate with customers to define requirements and develop technical solutions. Prepare statements of work and deliver programming, integration, and system updates.
remote, United States$54k – $68k/yrFull TimeMiddle (2-4 years)10,000,000+ more jobs available!
