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Employers hiring for people with expertise in COBOL also frequently require knowledge of Mainframe, JCL, DB2, and CICS. This is based on data from over 629 COBOL listings.
Based on 1 job openings in Germany, the average salary for COBOL professionals is $47,000. Specific salaries vary depending on experience and role.
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COBOL was introduced in 1959 to create a standardized, readable programming language for business applications. Designed around clarity and data processing rather than computer science theory, it quickly became the dominant language for financial and administrative systems running on mainframes.
Today, COBOL remains deeply embedded in mainframe ecosystems, particularly IBM z and z/OS environments. It continues to power core banking, insurance, payroll, and government systems that process trillions of dollars annually. Modern usage often involves integrating COBOL applications with APIs, Java services, and cloud platforms, keeping it relevant despite its age.
The demand for COBOL professionals remains steady. Companies like Sopra Steria, JPMorganChase, Inetum, and Chase Bank together with 249 more are actively hiring in the space.
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