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Z/OS Mainframe Programmer

Anderson, SC · On-site

$50.25 - $64/hr

Possesses a strong understanding of systems programming, graphical user interfaces and control ... Z/OS SUPPORT INCLUDING PROBLEM ANALYSIS AND RESOLUTION PROVIDE TECHNICAL SUPPORT OF THE MAINFRAME ...

Mainframe Network Systems Programmer (VTAM)

$56.25 - $71.75/hr

Employee The Mainframe Systems Programmer provides support for on-going projects that require the ... Functional knowledge, use of z/OS components and detailed knowledge of support products such as ...

Mainframe z/OS System Programmer

Columbia, MD · Remote

$56.25 - $71.75/hr

Remote Duration: 12+ Months Contract Task Description: As an US Citizen and as a Senior System Programmer (Mainframe) supporting IBM z15 and z16 mainframe and z/OS 2.5 or higher operating system. As ...

Job Title: z/OS Systems Programmer Location: Remote Duration: 18+-month contract NOTES FROM MANAGER ... Skill Set 1: Installation and maintenance of mainframe software using SMP/e, zOSMF or other ...

Monitor and manage batch jobs through SDSF and other system tools, ensuring timely and accurate ... programming and JCL * Experience with IBM z/OS, TSO/ISPF, SDSF, Endevor, and FTP/SFTP/Mainframe ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract z os mainframe systems programmer in the United States is $58.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.88 and $67.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Z Os Mainframe Systems Programmer vs Contract IBM Z Mainframe Network Engineer?

AspectContract Z Os Mainframe Systems ProgrammerContract IBM Z Mainframe Network Engineer
CredentialsMainframe certifications, z/OS knowledgeNetworking certifications, TCP/IP, z/OS networking skills
Work EnvironmentMainframe data centers, z/OS environmentsNetwork infrastructure, mainframe data centers
Employer & IndustryFinancial, government, insurance sectorsFinancial, telecommunications, large enterprises
Common Search IntentSystem programming, mainframe OS supportNetwork setup, security, and connectivity on mainframes

The Contract Z Os Mainframe Systems Programmer primarily focuses on maintaining and optimizing z/OS environments, while the Contract IBM Z Mainframe Network Engineer specializes in network connectivity and security within mainframe settings. Both roles require mainframe expertise but differ in their technical focus and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Contract Z Os Mainframe Systems Programmer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $121,006 per year, or $58.2 per hour.

Z/OS Network systems programmer

Stratedge IT Consulting INC

Downey, CA

$53 - $56/hr

Contractor

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

Position Title: Z/OS Network systems programmer
Location: 9150 E. Imperial Hwy., Downey, CA, 90242
Submittal Due: 08/13/2026
Onsite role.
LiveScan Required: No
Background checks: Yes

Position Description A Mainframe Systems Programmer/DBA is responsible for leading and/or supporting the most complex database upgrade projects, modification, installation, testing, implementation, maintenance and enhancements of new or existing system software products. This classification must plan, install, configure, test, implement and manage core database products, software products in support of the County’s database architecture and business needs. Special organizational or functional industry position titles for Systems Programmer/DBA include, but are not limited to, DB2 Systems Programmer/DBA, IMS Systems Programmer/DBA and ADABAS/NATURAL Systems Programmer/DBA.   Skills Required The Mainframe Systems Programmer/DBA for Legacy Systems manages different types of databases, such as hierarchical (IMS), relational (DB2), and file-based (ADABAS), and is responsible for planning and upgrading the database environments on a County-established basis; verifying the health of all the databases; database administration technical consulting for application and operations teams for the purpose of project planning/development; maintenance on production database systems; performance of technical reviews for existing systems that utilize one of the following database management systems (DBMS): ADABAS, DB2 or IMS; performance of evaluations for the purposes of selecting new or fine-tuning existing DBMS software; consultation with project development teams to provide recommendations on database design; development of logical and physical database designs; creation of overviews of logical database designs; creation of physical databases; database capacity planning; development and use of backup and recovery procedures for databases; database performance monitoring; database space monitoring; database reorganizations; database replication; database compression and database partitioning. The following technology skill sets are required to perform in this classification. IBM: Z/OS, IMS, DB2, ADABAS, SMP/E, JCL, IMS DB/DC, CICS, ACF2, ASSEMBLER/COBOL/REXX, IBM FILE MANAGER, DELTA/IMS, NATURAL/ SUPERNAT, ENTIREX, CA SPOOL, IMS & DB2 BMC Tools, N20/TRIM.   Experience Required This classification must have a minimum of seven (7) years of experience as a Systems Programming/ DBA, with at least three (3) years of that experience in a lead role.   Additional Experience Required 5 Years of Experience within the last 8 years with Z/OS Networking skills, HCD, IODF, Z/OSMF, SMP/E, LU 6.2 and Mainframe hardware experience. 5 Years of experience in DS8884, TS7760C Hardware management.   Education Required This classification requires the possession of a bachelor’s degree in an IT-related or engineering field.   Additional Information This position is strictly on-site with regular visits 10% to the datacenters located in El Segundo and Anaheim to help with migrations, caballing and upgrades. the candidate is to have a valid driver license with no restrictions and access to a vehicle for travel. county will not reimburse for travel/gas.