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# Cobol Mainframe Developer

- **Company:** Sanrose Information Services Inc.
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Applications, Unit Testing, COBOL (Programming Language), Information Systems, Computer Programming, Databases, Software Design Documents, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Job Control Language (JCL), IBM Mainframe, IBM Information Management System, Interactive System Productivity Facility (ISPF), Mainframes, Online Transaction Processing, Z/OS, Enterprise Software Applications, Software Troubleshooting, Data Language Interface, Information Technology, Software Coding
- **Published:** August 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/83f8ce91-a24a-420e-82d1-2dd4dd5776a4

## About the Role

Education: A bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field,

Certifications in the field

Required Skills:

 1. Experience with Integrated Eligibility System - Online and Batch program development experience using COBOL and IMS JCL Expediter; "IMS DL/I Expediter

 2. Experience working independently and manage multiple task assignments

 3. Experience with Technical Design, Application Program Code

 4. Experience with COBOL Developer IMS Databases using DL/I Calls JCL ;

 5. Experience with Technical Design, Code Development, and Unit Testing

 6. Experience with Java Enterprise Edition (Java EE / J2EE);Microsoft COBOL; T

 7. 9+ years of programming experience in designing and developing enterprise applications using COBOL and IMS DB/DC on IBM Mainframe under Z/OS, Telon, ISPF, PDF, and JCL

 8. Experience with all aspects of designing, developing, testing and implementing Mainframe IMS/COBOL programs for online transactions and batch programs

 9. Solid troubleshooting and debugging skills

 10. Strong communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and complete projects on deadline

 11. Should be good in technical design documentation''s and testing Expected Deliverable(s): Technical Design, Application Program Code



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