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Posted August 15, 2026

COBOL / HP9000 Mainframe Programmer

Robert Half
Des Moines, IA, US Full Time
90000USD - 115000USD per year

Job Description

Job Description

New position - COBOL / UNIX / HP9000 Mainframe Programmer Analyst – Insurance experience preferred !

Location: Des Moines, IA – Hybrid; primarily onsite. Must LIVE IN DES MOINES.

Compensation: $95,000–$115,000 base salary plus outstanding benefits

* For immediate and confidential consideration, please message **Carrie Danger on LinkedIn or email your resume directly. Contact information is found on my LinkedIn page. Please send me an invite as well !***

Amazing people focused culture where our financial services client is hiring an FTE Mainframe Cobol Programmer Analyst for a permanent, direct-hire opportunity with a stable and well-run organization in the Des Moines area. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment where individual contributions are visible and valued.

You’ll be joining a well-established company with a strong leadership team, solid financial footing, and a close-knit technical group, make a meaningful impact while working alongside experienced teammates in a practical, supportive setting.

Why this role stands out:

•Strong base compensation with excellent benefits

•Hybrid work arrangement with most time spent onsite but the company culture is a 10

•Opportunity to work with a smaller, highly capable team

•Leadership that appreciates initiative and recognizes contributions

•A stable environment where long-term career growth is encouraged

•Positive culture built on professionalism, integrity, and teamwork

What we’re looking for:

•Hands-on experience with COBOL and JCL programming

•Background supporting or working within life insurance and policy administration systems

•Additional experience with HP9000, Unix, and/or Linux is highly preferred

•Someone who takes pride in producing quality work and looks for ways to improve systems and processes

This is a great fit for a professional who values stability, meaningful work, and the ability to see the direct results of their efforts within the business.

* Salary up to $115,000. For immediate and confidential consideration, please message **Carrie Danger on LinkedIn or email your resume directly. My contact information is available on my LinkedIn page. You may also reach me by office at 515-303-4654 or mobile at 515-771-8142. You can also apply directly through our company website. No third-party inquiries, please. This client is unable to provide sponsorship or consider contract-to-contract arrangements. ***

What we’re looking for:

•Hands-on experience with COBOL and JCL programming

•Background supporting or working within life insurance and policy administration systems

•Additional experience with HP9000, Unix, and/or Linux is highly preferred

•Someone who takes pride in producing quality work and looks for ways to improve systems and processes

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