COBOL Mainframe Programmer/Developer

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Independent Contractors Only - no C2C through third-party firms. Local Metro Atlanta Candidates Only | Onsite from Day 1 We are seeking a skilled and experienced COBOL Mainframe Programmer/Developer for a consulting engagement. This role involves translating business requirements into robust programming solutions, maintaining and enhancing custom software, and providing production support. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in COBOL programming, JCL, and mainframe systems, with additional experience in database technologies and system integration. This is an onsite position from day one. Key Responsibilities Translate analysis, design documents, and specifications into well-structured programs. Maintain and enhance custom-developed software, including user data entry screens, batch processing, reports, queries, and menus. Review existing code, data, and business processes to support non-database functions. Execute test program changes, update test files, run tests, review results, and ensure accuracy. Identify and correct data errors through application logic and develop analysis/summary reports using IBM and Microsoft tools. Assist with the migration from COBOL applications to web-based applications. Prepare program-level and user-level documentation for the software development lifecycle. Enhance software performance and efficiency while adhering to organizational code management and deployment guidelines. Required Skills & Experience 5+ years of COBOL development on Mainframe with JCL development and maintenance. Proven experience with COBOL, DB2, JCL, and Control-M. Strong understanding of the full software development lifecycle (design, development, testing, deployment). Ability to troubleshoot, test, and debug software to meet business requirements. Strong analytical skills for error correction, process improvement, and reporting. Experience preparing detailed program-level and user-level documentation. Excellent communication skills to coordinate user sign-off before production deployment. Proven ability to follow organizational guidelines for source code management and migration. Commitment to delivering high-quality, efficient solutions. Nice to Have Java programming knowledge. Experience with Kofax. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at ESG Consulting by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Mainframe Programmer” roles. GA DOL COBOL Mainframe Programmer/Developer GA DOL COBOL Mainframe Programmer/Developer GA DOL COBOL Mainframe Programmer/Developer Atlanta, GA $119,400.00-$130,000.00 1 week ago Cobol Developer with JCL and DB2 || Atlanta, Georgia Co-op/Programmer Analyst, Application Services (Fall 2025) Atlanta, GA $106,300.00-$175,400.00 3 days ago Senior Database Analyst/Database Systems Programmer Sr.Cobol Developer (On-site) - Atlanta, GA (In-person) - 100% only locals with valid DL copy. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

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