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Entry Level Mainframe Assembler Programmer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Mainframe Integration Engineer

Springfield, IL · On-site

$103K - $138K/yr

Integration Engineering Skills: Skills in system integration and testing, ensuring seamless ... g., Assembler, COBOL, EasyTrieve, CICS, CISC Map, DB2, JCL, CA Scheduler, MS, Rocket Software ...

Senior Mainframe Software Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$117K - $154K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position is concentrated on the mainframe platform, with development in Assembler language ... Engineering Excellence Initiatives: * Take the lead in engineering excellence initiatives ...

Mainframe Cobol developer

Plano, TX · On-site

$45.75 - $59/hr

Heavy experience in software development using IBM Assembler in the zOS operating system * Skills with system level functions such as SVCs and PC calls. * Experience working with mainframe database ...

Mainframe Cobol developer

Plano, TX

$45.75 - $59/hr

* Heavy experience in software development using IBM Assembler in the zOS operating system * Skills with system level functions such as SVCs and PC calls. * Experience working with mainframe database ...

Senior Mainframe Software Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$117K - $155K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position is concentrated on the mainframe platform, with development in Assembler language ... Engineering Excellence Initiatives: * Take the lead in engineering excellence initiatives ...

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Mainframe Security Specialist

Springfield, IL · On-site

$48.50 - $62.50/hr

Mainframe Security Skills: Proficiency in mainframe security (e.g., RACF, Data security, and ... to (e.g., Assembler, COBOL, EasyTrieve, CICS, CISC Map, DB2, JCL, CA Scheduler, IMS, Rocket ...

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How much do entry level mainframe assembler programmer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level mainframe assembler programmer in the United States is $54.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.12 and $63.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Mainframe Assembler Programmer vs Entry Level COBOL Developer?

AspectEntry Level Mainframe Assembler ProgrammerEntry Level COBOL Developer
Required CredentialsBasic knowledge of assembler language, mainframe environmentBasic knowledge of COBOL language, mainframe environment
Work EnvironmentMainframe systems, legacy IT infrastructureMainframe systems, legacy IT infrastructure
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial institutions, government agencies, large corporationsFinancial institutions, government agencies, large corporations
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both roles involve working with mainframe systems in similar industries and require knowledge of legacy programming languages. The main difference lies in the programming language focus: assembler versus COBOL. Entry Level Mainframe Assembler Programmers work with low-level assembler code, while Entry Level COBOL Developers focus on business applications using COBOL. Both roles are essential for maintaining legacy systems in large organizations.

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Mainframe Integration Engineer

VIVA USA INC

Springfield, IL • On-site

$103K - $138K/yr

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Re-posted 28 days ago


Job description

Description:
Integration Engineering Skills:
Skills in system integration and testing, ensuring seamless operation across mainframe and non-mainframe platforms and expertise in common Mainframe technologies including but not limited to (e.g., Assembler, COBOL, EasyTrieve, CICS, CISC Map, DB2, JCL, CA Scheduler, MS, Rocket Software Mobius, CA-TELON, among others described throughout the RFP) for payroll system development and maintenance.
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status