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Entry Level Mainframe Applications Developer Jobs

Mainframe Developer

Riverwoods, IL · On-site

$35 - $40/hr

The Mainframe Developer will be responsible for developing, enhancing, and maintaining mainframe applications along with supporting batch processing, production stability, and system integrations.

Mainframe Engineer

Arlington, VA · Hybrid

$120K - $140K/yr

... applications, ensuring stability and performance of legacy systems that support critical business functions. • Perform application enhancements, maintenance, and defect fixes across mainframe ...

Mainframe Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$120K - $140K/yr

... applications, ensuring stability and performance of legacy systems that support critical business functions. • Perform application enhancements, maintenance, and defect fixes across mainframe ...

Mainframe Developer Pay Range: $35hr - $40hr The Mainframe Developer will be responsible for developing, enhancing, and maintaining mainframe applications along with supporting batch processing ...

Cognizant is seeking an experienced PEP+ Application Developer with strong mainframe development ... Required : • Strong experience with Fiserv PEP+ applications • Hands-on mainframe development ...

This includes extracting data from mainframe applications, transporting it to distributed ... for programming. Data Transport & Loading: • Conduct data transport from mainframe to Windows ...

Cards Mainframe Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50.50 - $65/hr

Mainframe Developer Location: Chicago We are looking for an experienced Mainframe Developer with ... Develop, enhance, and maintain applications using COBOL, JCL, VSAM, and DB2. * Troubleshoot, debug ...

Cards Mainframe Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50.50 - $65/hr

Capgemini US LLC is seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer to join their team. The ideal ... Responsibilities : • Develop, enhance, and maintain applications using COBOL, JCL, VSAM, and DB2 ...

Mainframe Developer

Riverwoods, IL · On-site

$35 - $40/hr

The Mainframe Developer will be responsible for developing, enhancing, and maintaining mainframe applications along with supporting batch processing, production stability, and system integrations.

Mainframe Cobol Developer

Reading, PA

$47 - $60.50/hr

Design and develop and maintain mainframe applications using programming languages such as COBOL, JCL, and more. \n * Provide application enhancement and apply patches, updates, etc. \n * Conduct ...

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How much do entry level mainframe applications developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level mainframe applications developer in the United States is $48.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.51 and $56.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Mainframe Applications Developer vs Entry Level Java Developer?

AspectEntry Level Mainframe Applications DeveloperEntry Level Java Developer
Required CredentialsAssociate's degree in Computer Science or related field; familiarity with mainframe systemsAssociate's degree in Computer Science or related field; knowledge of Java programming
Work EnvironmentLarge enterprise mainframe environments, often in finance, insurance, or government sectorsSoftware development teams, often in tech companies or financial institutions
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in industries relying on legacy systemsBroad industry use, including tech, finance, and startups
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared based on programming languages and system types

While both roles involve software development, Entry Level Mainframe Applications Developers focus on legacy mainframe systems, whereas Entry Level Java Developers work with modern Java applications. The choice depends on the industry and technology stack preferred by the employer.

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Job description

Job Title: Mainframe Developer with Informatica

Location: Pittsburgh, PA and Cleveland, OH

JD:-

  • Knowledge of core Banking domain would be a value add.
  • Working experience on development of mainframe applications with end to end life cycle knowledge.
  • Proficiency in COBOL, JCL, DB2 and/or VSAM, CICS & Ezytrieve along other IBM utilities.
  • Process oriented with strong analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Must have strong development skills and expected to track team delivery progress and take care of deployment activities related the project delivery.
  • Good perceptive and problem solving skills.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills to work in a global environment and manage stakeholders efficiently.