Senior COBOL Programmer Analyst (Virtual)

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Hiring Remotely in Renton, WA, USA
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123K-231K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Information Technology • Software • Cybersecurity • Design • Defense • Manufacturing
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The Role
Provide production support and development for the ETS HR timekeeping application (web front end, batch, shop floor interfaces). Lead design, coding, testing, implementation and documentation of complex COBOL/mainframe systems, translate business requirements, resolve complex issues, recommend improvements, and participate in 24x7 on-call support.
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At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
The Boeing Company is seeking a Senior COBOL Programmer Analyst (Virtual) to join our Human Resources (HR) Systems Timekeeping team.
As a developer within our team, you will provide production support to the web front end of the ETS application, Tier 2 batch support and 24x7 on call support.
In addition, this position will provide production support for shop floor interfaces for the ETS application. You will also be responsible for understanding overall system design and dependances as you will need to be able to develop solutions for new system requirements. Virtual or hybrid work options are available.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Translate requirements from the Business to requirements for Developers
  • Lead and perform the design, program, test, implementation and documentation of complex computing applications and software or computing architecture and computing application system designs
  • Lead analysis of end user processes to define application requirements
  • Write and compile complex code based on documented design or designs application architecture that integrates application software and delivery subsystems for specific applications
  • Modify or upgrade complex applications to maintain functionality and performance
  • Identify and recommend improvements
  • Identify and resolve complex programming or application architecture problems

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
  • 5+ years of experience with software development, system analysis, design, documentation, quality assurance, and testing
  • 5+ years of experience with Common Business-Oriented Language (COBOL)
  • 5+ years of experience with IBM mainframe systems and Job Control Language (JCL)
  • 5+ years of experience with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • 5+ years of experience with object-oriented languages, web applications, and databases
  • 5+ years of experience with Relational Databases such as SQL-Server, Oracle, Teradata
  • 5+ years of experience with HTML, Java, XML, ASP.NET, and/or C#
  • 5+ years of experience with Operating Systems such as z/OS, Unix, and/or Windows 10
  • 5+ years of experience with Microsoft Applications such as Visual Studio, Team Foundation Server (TFS), Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio, and/or Access
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear and concise language for global audiences

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • 10+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 5+ years of experience building relationships and partnerships with all levels of employees, including executives
  • 5+ years of experience with Micro Focus Enterprise Server
  • 5+ years of experience with Software Express Deployment
  • 5+ years of experience utilizing SAFE (Agile) methodology
  • 5+ years of experience with PeopleSoft (Payroll and HR), Workday HCM, Timekeeping applications
  • 5+ years of experience with Windows Power Shell and batch scripting
  • Experience researching issues independently using various resources

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Pay & Benefits:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range (Level 4): $123,250 - $192,050
Summary Pay Range (Level 5): $148,750 - $231,150
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 30, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Skills Required

  • 5+ years experience with software development, system analysis, design, documentation, quality assurance, and testing
  • 5+ years experience with Common Business-Oriented Language (COBOL)
  • 5+ years experience with IBM mainframe systems and Job Control Language (JCL)
  • 5+ years experience with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • 5+ years experience with object-oriented languages, web applications, and databases
  • 5+ years experience with Relational Databases such as SQL-Server, Oracle, Teradata
  • 5+ years experience with HTML, Java, XML, ASP.NET, and/or C#
  • 5+ years experience with Operating Systems such as z/OS, Unix, and/or Windows 10
  • 5+ years experience with Microsoft Applications such as Visual Studio, Team Foundation Server (TFS), Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio, and/or Access
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Must be a U.S. Person to meet U.S. export control compliance requirements
  • 10+ years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 5+ years experience building relationships and partnerships with all levels of employees, including executives
  • 5+ years experience with Micro Focus Enterprise Server
  • 5+ years experience with Software Express Deployment
  • 5+ years experience utilizing SAFE (Agile) methodology
  • 5+ years experience with PeopleSoft (Payroll and HR), Workday HCM, Timekeeping applications
  • 5+ years experience with Windows Power Shell and batch scripting
  • Experience researching issues independently using various resources

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Boeing Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support For most U.S. nonunion roles, the company matches 401(k) contributions with immediate vesting, and a student‑loan feature counts eligible payments toward earning the company match. Some union agreements also include robust retirement terms, combining a match up to a set percentage with an additional company contribution.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave is provided at full pay for birth, adoption, surrogacy, or foster placement, alongside adoption and surrogacy assistance. Family resources such as specialized health programs and backup child and elder care are available.
  • Healthcare Strength Coverage spans medical, dental, and vision plus mental‑health and specialty clinical programs (e.g., cancer support and centers of excellence), with many benefits beginning soon after hire. Virtual care, coaching, and access to licensed therapists are included.

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