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Cobol Programmer

Providence, Rhode Island - Posted on September 29, 2026
Published By Laura Sweeney

Trillium Professional is now seeking a Cobol Programmer in Providence, RI for a one year+ contract. 

The Programmer-Senior selected will engage in COBOL application development and associated database management. 
The Programmer-Senior shall have extensive experience with COBOL, CICS, SQL programming, application interfaces, database and database support, and AS400 and mainframe system support for the systems and technologies described below.

APPLICATION PROGRAMMING SUPPORT
-IBM Mainframe System Programming (VSE, VM)
-Provide COBOL, JCL, and CICS programming support; maintain and make updates on current applications
-Applications use IBM SQL/DS, ADABAS databases; VSAM file structures.
-(Shared Responsibility): Develop interfaces between the mainframe and other agencies.  Establish and support data transfers with SFTP, FTP, etc. 
-(Shared Responsibility): Assist EOC operators with runtime errors to address programming issues
-Develop and maintain application documentation
-Leverage and utilize Syncsort, MacKinney Systems, and other IBM utilities.
-Provide technical expertise to implement best practices.
-Generate reports in response to user requirements.
-Provide operational, status, and other reports as requested.
-Assist in migration efforts to modernize the legacy applications.

IBM Power 9 I Series (AS400) Systems Programming (System/36 and Native Mode)
-Provide COBOL programming support; maintain and make updates on current applications. 
-Develop and document interfaces between DLT and other agencies. 
-Develop and maintain application documentation.
-Support application databases using DB2 (with multimember records) and SQL.
-Assist EOC operators with runtime errors to address programming issues.
-Provide technical expertise as needed
-Generate reports in response to user requirements.
-Provide operational, status, and other reports as requested.
-Maintain up-to-date documentation on programs, interfaces, and databases. configuration, settings, and document changes. Assist in developing technical documentation and Standard Operating -Procedures
-Assist with technical documentation, audits, reviews, and processes.
-Provide operational, status, and other reports as requested.
-Assist in migration efforts to modernize the legacy applications.

Pay rate is $90/hour. Apply now!

-Experience to support and perform the duties and responsibilities described above. 
-Minimum 3-5 years’ experience
-Ability to communicate effectively with staff and engage business, technical resources, and support vendors
-COBOL programming experience
-ODBC, SFTP, FTP
-Familiarity with IBM OS utilities, VSE JCL, and intrinsic functions
-Experience with Visio, MS Office, Teams, and other common tools
-SharePoint & SharePoint Integration from AS400 and Mainframe system experience


 


Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for the employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Trillium offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes the ability to participate in health insurance and retirement plans, paid holidays, state required leave, and other leave, if applicable. Trillium’s offerings are dependent on the state in which the assignment is located, length of time worked, and may change depending on assignment. Benefit packages for direct hire placements vary based on the client company.

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