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Cobol Systems Programmer

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Robert Half

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United States , Downtown Des Moines, Iowa

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We are looking for an experienced Cobol Systems Programmer to join our team in Downtown Des Moines, Iowa. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a critical role in maintaining, developing, and optimizing mainframe systems to support our business operations. This role requires a strong technical background in COBOL programming and mainframe environments, coupled with expertise in finance and accounting systems.

Job Responsibility:

  • Develop, test, and debug COBOL programs to ensure smooth functionality within mainframe systems
  • Analyze and enhance existing applications to improve performance and reliability
  • Collaborate with users and stakeholders to gather requirements and design effective solutions
  • Prepare and maintain detailed documentation for program code and system procedures
  • Perform regular system evaluations to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary modifications
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting for mainframe systems and applications
  • Ensure compliance with organizational standards and industry best practices during development processes
  • Manage on-call responsibilities to address urgent system issues and minimize downtime
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate mainframe systems with other business applications
  • Deliver regular project updates and status reports to keep management informed

Requirements:

  • Proficiency in COBOL across all versions and extensive experience with IBM mainframe systems
  • Strong knowledge of SQL and mainframe application development
  • Experience working in mainframe environments with a focus on finance and accounting systems
  • Familiarity with actuarial processes and general accounting practices
  • Ability to analyze complex systems and propose effective solutions
  • Excellent communication skills for interacting with users and technical teams
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
  • Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in mainframe systems programming
What we offer:
  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

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Job Posted:
March 22, 2026

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