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Job Description
CSCI Consulting is seeking an accomplished COBOL Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in COBOL programming and a robust understanding of mainframe systems. In this role, you will be instrumental in developing, maintaining, and supporting COBOL applications, ensuring they meet the highest standards and effectively serve our clients' needs. This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in a collaborative and innovative environment.
Responsibilities
- Design, code, test, and debug COBOL programs
- Maintain and enhance existing COBOL applications
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and provide technical solution
- Perform system analysis and troubleshooting to resolve issues
- Ensure code quality and adherence to best practices
- Document technical specifications and processes
Minimum Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in COBOL development within a mainframe environment
- Strong understanding of mainframe systems and COBOL programming
- Experience with one or more of the following a plus: ADS-Online, ADS-Batch, CICS, Job Control Language, MQ Series, Structured Query Language (SQL)
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Creativity and adaptability in problem-solving
- Ability to work with clients to understand their needs
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Professional presence
Preferred Skills
- Experience with VSAM or DB2
- Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently
- Strong customer and vendor relationship skills
- Demonstrated ability to comply with data standards and policies
- Motivation to learn new technologies and methodologies that demonstrate value
- Past experience working with a Federal agency
- Department of War experience is a plus!
About CSCI
CSCI is an award-winning information technology and financial management consulting firm founded on one simple philosophy: "Do what is right, always." We apply this philosophy across all elements of our growing business, from delivering world-class services for customers to providing an environment where associates thrive both personally and professionally. At CSCI, work and fun aren't diametrically opposed!
At CSCI, our goal is to hire people with proven track records and retain them with an energizing, diverse company culture. We value each associate's natural drive to excel, and we provide them with the freedom to do things their way. CSCI seeks the best and brightest in the industry—those who are ready to move their lives and career forward. Join us today and get excited about Mondays again!
Benefits of Working at CSCI
- Competitive salaries
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package
- Paid holidays aligned to the Federal calendar
- Full health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Team building events
- Professional development support
Legal
CSCI complies with all applicable Federal, state, and local employment regulations. Please reach out to HR@csciconsulting.com with any questions.
Equal Employment Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. CSCI provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
If you require an accommodation, please contact CSCI Human Resources for further assistance. For questions regarding the qualifications listed above, please contact the CSCI Recruiting Team.
E-Verify
CSCI participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Notice
As part of the application and recruitment process, CSCI Consulting, Inc. may collect personal information as described under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
This information is collected solely for employment-related purposes, including evaluating your qualifications, processing your application, and complying with legal obligations.
By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the following notice regarding the collection of your personal information as a job applicant:
- Categories of Information Collected: Personal identifiers, employment history, educational information, and any other information provided in your application or as part of the interview process.
- Purposes for Collecting Information: To review your application, assess your qualifications, and manage the hiring process.
- Retention and Security: Information collected will be retained indefinitely and will be securely stored and handled in accordance with CCPA guidelines and CSCI Consulting, Inc. policies.
- Rights of Applicants: Under CCPA, California residents have the right to request information about the personal data we collect, delete it, and request restrictions on certain uses. However, some information may be retained as required by law.
For further information, or to exercise your rights under the CCPA, please contact CSCI's HR team.
Disclaimer
The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.
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Who's Hiring
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- CSCI Consulting1

- Dew Softech1D
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Top Industries Hiring
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote cobol developer jobs.
- 5+ years of experience writing and maintaining Cobol programs in a production mainframe environment
- Proficiency with JCL, VSAM file structures, and IBM z/OS operating systems
- Experience with DB2, IMS, or CICS for database access and transaction processing
- Ability to read, debug, and refactor existing Cobol code with minimal documentation
- Familiarity with SDLC processes, change management procedures, and production support protocols
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field
Tips for Your Remote Cobol Developer Job Search
Quantify your mainframe throughput on your resume
Cobol resumes live or die on specifics. List the batch job volumes you handled, the file sizes you processed, and the systems you supported. Hiring managers in banking and insurance scan for JCL, VSAM, and DB2 experience in the first pass.
Target industries still running mainframe infrastructure
Banking, federal agencies, and large insurance carriers are where most cobol developer openings cluster. Filter your search by industry first, then seniority. Applying to cloud-native startups listing cobol as a bonus skill rarely leads anywhere.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cobol developer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Translate legacy modernization work into interview stories
Employers running migration projects want proof you can bridge old and new. Prepare two or three examples of cobol code you refactored, wrapped in APIs, or connected to modern middleware. Concrete before-and-after examples outperform general claims about modernization experience.
Ask targeted questions about the codebase age
During interviews, ask how old the core codebase is, what the test coverage looks like, and whether the team uses a copybook library. Your answers tell you what day one actually looks like, and your questions signal real mainframe fluency to the interviewer.
Negotiate around on-call and batch window obligations
Batch jobs often run overnight or on weekends, and on-call rotations for production support are common. Clarify the schedule and rotation frequency before accepting an offer. Factor that into your total compensation comparison, not just the base salary.
Remote Cobol Developer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote cobol developer job?
Target companies that already run distributed teams, since they hire remotely by default and know how to onboard someone they never meet in person. Remote cobol developer employers screen hard for self-direction and clear written communication on top of the core skills, so show evidence you can own work without someone over your shoulder. Apply to the openings above that match your experience.
Which companies hire remote cobol developers?
Companies hiring remote cobol developers include Conduent, CSCI Consulting, and Dew Softech, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Remote-first firms and large companies running distributed teams post the most remote cobol developer roles.
Can you get a remote cobol developer job with no experience?
Yes, but it is harder than an on-site role, because remote work expects you to operate independently from the start. Entry-level remote cobol developer openings do exist, especially at remote-first companies, and a portfolio of real work helps more than a long resume. Applying broadly to the roles that fit improves your odds.
Do you need a degree for remote cobol developer jobs?
Not always. Many employers hire remote cobol developers on demonstrated skills and prior work rather than a specific degree, though some larger companies still prefer one. Showing relevant results matters more than a credential for most remote cobol developer roles.
Which industries hire the most remote cobol developers?
Most remote cobol developer openings sit in Technology & Software and Consulting & Professional Services, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors run distributed teams and hire cobol developers remotely most consistently.
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