COBOL / IDMS Software Designer

Job ID: 113404

Location: Indianapolis, IN [Remote]

Category: App/Dev

Employment Type: Contract

Date Added: 10/27/2026

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We are seeking a COBOL / IDMS Software Designer with experience designing, analyzing, developing, and maintaining applications written using COBOL, IDMS, and ADS/O for IBM mainframe operating systems.

This role plans, directs, and coordinates activities associated with software development across multiple functional areas and products. The ideal candidate will participate in strategic technology decisions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and help drive the successful delivery of software solutions

Primary Role: Analyze business requirements and design COBOL-based solutions.

Focus: Solution design, business requirements analysis, system architecture, and technical specifications for development teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Gather and analyze business requirements.
• Create program specifications and technical documentation.
• Design data structures and processing logic.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and technical teams.
• Support software development projects from planning through implementation.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure requirements comply with client and regulatory standards through formal verification methods.
• Translate high-level product development strategies into detailed system requirements and implementation specifications.
• Establish and coordinate development standards, practices, and procedures.
• Design interfaces and integrate system components into complete solutions.
• Assess performance using evaluation criteria and technical performance measures.
• Serve as a liaison between technical teams and stakeholders to understand and refine requirements.
• Participate in system conceptual design and documentation activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop detailed technical requirements.
• Participate in hardware and software design reviews to ensure traceability and compliance with requirements.
• Develop system-level verification procedures and user acceptance testing procedures.
• Review test plans and participate in testing activities to validate requirements.
• Modify existing databases and database management systems or direct programmers and analysts in making updates.
• Write logical and physical database descriptions and define database structures.
• Coordinate database development efforts and determine project scope and limitations.
• Review project requests and estimate effort, timelines, and resource requirements.

Required Skills

• Experience applying technical standards, principles, and theories to solve moderately complex technical problems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including:
• Business and systems analysis
• Requirements gathering
• Functional specification development
• Software development
• Testing and delivery

Ability to troubleshoot issues and implement system changes as needed. Understanding of computer hardware, software, processors, and related technologies. Experience with software development tools and technologies across multiple platforms.

Technical Skills

• COBOL
• IDMS
• ADS/O
• IBM Mainframe Environments
• Database Design and Administration
• Systems Analysis
• Requirements Management
• Software Testing and Validation

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field required.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience required.

Publishing Pay Range: $38.00 - $43.00 hourly

This is a fully remote role and can be performed from any approved location within the United States.

About GDH:

At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, "We care about people," isn't just a tagline - it's the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

Who We Are:

GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women's services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

GDH Benefits

GDH offers a range of employee benefits that are designed to promote well-being and help maintain a healthy work-life balance. These comprehensive benefits cover various aspects of an employee's life and aim to enhance their overall experience with the company. Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services. Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans. Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more! For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH's website under the tab for candidates.

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants with disabilities who require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department.

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