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Java Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$49.75 - $68.25/hr

Ubuntu, CentOS/RHEL, Amazon Linux Microsoft Windows z/OS Tandem/HP-Nonstop Database - Design ... Mainframe COBOL, Mainframe Assembler Front-end technologies - HTML, JavaScript, jQuery, CICS Web ...

DTCC

Platform Engineer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

... mainframe, and network hosting services across the firm. Responsible for the installation ... Implement Amazon Bedrock capabilities including Guardrails and Knowledge Bases to enable secure use ...

DTCC

Platform Engineer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

... mainframe, and network hosting services across the firm. Responsible for the installation ... Implement Amazon Bedrock capabilities including Guardrails and Knowledge Bases to enable secure use ...

Dtcc

Platform Engineer

Coppell, TX · On-site

... mainframe, and network hosting services across the firm. Responsible for the installation ... Implement Amazon Bedrock capabilities including Guardrails and Knowledge Bases to enable secure use ...

DTCC

Platform Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

... mainframe, and network hosting services across the firm. Responsible for the installation ... Implement Amazon Bedrock capabilities including Guardrails and Knowledge Bases to enable secure use ...

DTCC

Platform Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

... mainframe, and network hosting services across the firm. Responsible for the installation ... Implement Amazon Bedrock capabilities including Guardrails and Knowledge Bases to enable secure use ...

Dtcc

Platform Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

... mainframe, and network hosting services across the firm. Responsible for the installation ... Implement Amazon Bedrock capabilities including Guardrails and Knowledge Bases to enable secure use ...

DTCC

Platform Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

... mainframe, and network hosting services across the firm. Responsible for the installation ... Implement Amazon Bedrock capabilities including Guardrails and Knowledge Bases to enable secure use ...

DTCC

Platform Engineer

Coppell, TX · On-site

... mainframe, and network hosting services across the firm. Responsible for the installation ... Implement Amazon Bedrock capabilities including Guardrails and Knowledge Bases to enable secure use ...

DTCC

Platform Engineer

Coppell, TX · On-site

... mainframe, and network hosting services across the firm. Responsible for the installation ... Implement Amazon Bedrock capabilities including Guardrails and Knowledge Bases to enable secure use ...

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How much do amazon mainframe jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for amazon mainframe in the United States is $53.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.12 and $60.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does an Amazon Mainframe Engineer typically collaborate with cloud and application teams during modernization projects?

Amazon Mainframe Engineers often work closely with cloud architects, application developers, and project managers to migrate legacy mainframe applications to AWS cloud solutions. Collaboration involves assessing existing mainframe workloads, designing integration strategies, and ensuring data consistency during transitions. Engineers frequently participate in cross-functional meetings and rely on strong communication skills to align mainframe operations with modern cloud infrastructure, ensuring a smooth and secure migration process.

What is an Amazon Mainframe job?

An Amazon Mainframe job typically refers to a role focused on managing, migrating, or integrating mainframe computing systems with Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud solutions. These professionals work on modernizing legacy mainframe applications, ensuring data security, and optimizing performance when transitioning from traditional mainframe environments to the AWS cloud. They may also be involved in designing hybrid solutions that leverage both mainframe and cloud technologies, helping organizations improve scalability and reduce operational costs.

What is the difference between Amazon Mainframe vs Amazon Data Engineer?

AspectAmazon MainframeAmazon Data Engineer
Required CredentialsMainframe certifications, COBOL, JCLData management, SQL, cloud certifications
Work EnvironmentLegacy mainframe systems, on-premises or hybridCloud platforms, big data tools
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial, government, large enterprisesTech, retail, e-commerce
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Amazon Mainframe professionals focus on maintaining and developing legacy mainframe systems, often requiring COBOL and mainframe certifications. Amazon Data Engineers work with cloud-based data pipelines, big data tools, and SQL, primarily in cloud environments. While both roles involve data and systems management, they differ significantly in technology stack and work environment, with Amazon Mainframe centered on traditional mainframe systems and Amazon Data Engineers on modern cloud data solutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Amazon Mainframe Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Amazon Mainframe Engineer, you need expertise in mainframe technologies (such as COBOL, JCL, and DB2), a degree in computer science or related field, and experience with large-scale enterprise systems. Familiarity with mainframe modernization tools, AWS Mainframe Modernization service, and integration platforms is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you navigate complex legacy environments and collaborate with cross-functional teams. These competencies are crucial for ensuring reliable system performance, successful migration projects, and alignment with cloud transformation goals.
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Infographic showing various Amazon Mainframe job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $111,026 per year, or $53.4 per hour.
Portfolio Manager - Modernization Engagement Lead

Portfolio Manager - Modernization Engagement Lead

Kyndryl

Rye Brook, NY • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward - always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.
The Role
Kyndryl is looking for a Portfolio Manager - Modernization Engagement Lead to own delivery of complex, multi-tower modernization programs, bringing together modernization solution components across applications, cloud, mainframe, and network & edge into a single, cohesive client outcome. This role is built for leaders who can drive end-to-end execution, coordinate dependencies across multiple workstreams, and ensure modernization outcomes are delivered with disciplined program management and strong technical solution leadership.
What You Will Do
  • Own delivery of multi-tower modernization programs and ensure outcomes are delivered to scope, schedule, quality, and risk expectations.
  • Coordinate cross-tower teams, delivery plans, dependencies, risks, and mitigation actions across the modernization landscape.
  • Stitch together a single optimized modernization solution spanning multiple domains (e.g., application modernization, cloud migration/modernization, mainframe modernization, N&E modernization).
  • Drive modernization execution across sub-domains such as AMS, SDLC transformation, AppMod, Mainframe Mod, Platform Engineering, Data Center Networks, and Edge Networks.
  • Lead technical solution management activities including scoping, PoC framing, assumptions, dependencies, baselining, and delivery readiness.
  • Own and/or contribute to SoW creation and review, ensuring clear deliverables, acceptance criteria, and execution model.
  • Build and deliver client-facing presentations with strong content, narrative framing, storytelling, and value proposition articulation.
  • Apply Kyndryl Agentic AI Framework (KAF), Agent Builder, and relevant Technology Lifecycle Plays (TLPs) to enhance modernization execution and outcomes.

Kyndryl currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccination to align with their respective COVID-19 vaccination policies. Those who believe they are eligible may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.
Who You Are
  • 5 years + proven experience leading complex, multi-tower modernization programs with ownership for delivery outcomes.
  • Broad modernization expertise across domains: Applications, Cloud, Mainframe, and Network & Edge who is able to unify multiple solution components into a single client solution.
  • Ability to consolidate and integrate technical solutions across towers into a cohesive modernization program.
  • Strong hands-on capability in technical solution leadership, including:
    • Scoping and PoC framing
    • Assumptions, dependencies, baselining
    • SoW creation and review
  • Strong client communication and presentation skills:
    • Content creation
    • Story/narrative framing
    • Storytelling
    • Value proposition articulation
  • Experience applying KAF, Agent Builder, and Modernization TLPs to shape and/or run modernization execution.

Preferred Skills and Experience
  • GT10 (large/strategic) deal and delivery experience, including complex stakeholder management and governance.
  • Experience running modernization in hybrid estates involving multiple platforms and cross-tower execution (e.g., mainframe + distributed + cloud + network/security).
  • Track record of driving risk management, dependency orchestration, and delivery predictability at scale.

Being You
Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it's how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we're not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you - and everyone next to you - the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That's the Kyndryl Way.
What You Can Expect
With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter - wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.
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About Kyndryl

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Kyndryl is a market leader that thinks and acts like a start-up. We design, build, manage, and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day.

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It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

New City, NY, US

Year founded

2021

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