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Freelance Mainframe Batch Operations Jobs (NOW HIRING)

SRE

Saint Louis, MO ยท On-site

$55.50 - $73.50/hr

Develop automation for deployment, monitoring, and operational tasks to reduce manual effort ... Support mainframe batch processes and real-time transactional systems. * Analyze mainframe job ...

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Mainframe Developer

Wilmington, DE

$47.50 - $61/hr

VSAM, COBOL, DevOps STAFFXPERT is looking for a Mainframe Developer with strong expertise in VSAM, COBOL, and Mainframe DevOps, along with hands-on experience in DB2, CICS, IMS, IBM MQ, batch ...

Batch Operations: Hands-on scheduling and execution of Mainframe and Control M Batches * Suggest areas on improvements on pain areas in the project and Getting those ideas implemented * Experience in ...

Mainframe Developer

Atlanta, GA ยท On-site

$47 - $60.50/hr

... and batch processing systems. * Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines for mainframe applications. * Expertise with IBM DBB, Jenkins, GitHub/GitLab/Bitbucket, and DevOps automation tools.

Batch Operations: Hands-on scheduling and execution of Mainframe and Control M Batches * Suggest areas on improvements on pain areas in the project and Getting those ideas implemented * Experience in ...

Mainframe Developer

Riverwoods, IL ยท On-site

$35 - $40/hr

Experience in batch processing and job scheduling environments. * Strong debugging, troubleshooting ... Experience with CI/CD, Git, or DevOps practices preferred. Responsibilities: * Develop, enhance ...

Mainframe Developer

Columbus, OH ยท On-site

$47.25 - $60.75/hr

Manage batch processes and online systems , including error handling and recovery procedures ... Familiarity with DevOps practices, tools, and automation in mainframe environments. * Knowledge of ...

Batch processing environments * Perform technical discussions, modernization workshops, and system ... Collaborate with architects, QA teams, DevOps teams, business analysts, and cross-functional ...

Mainframe Engineer

Westlake, TX ยท On-site

$47 - $60.50/hr

Troubleshoot and resolve production issues across batch and online processing environments ... Adapt to changing business priorities and support critical customer and operational needs.

Mainframe Developer

Westlake, TX ยท On-site

$47 - $60.50/hr

Work closely with operations teams and vendors to support system stability and operational ... IOMs * Experience performing detailed analysis in batch and online mainframe environments

Coordinate with operations and business users when program changes are promoted into production ... Experience with JCL and standard mainframe batch processing. * Experience with EDI is a plus.

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How much do freelance mainframe batch operations jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance mainframe batch operations 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.

What are some common challenges faced by freelance mainframe batch operations professionals, and how can they be managed?

Freelance mainframe batch operations professionals often encounter challenges such as managing multiple client environments, handling complex scheduling demands, and ensuring minimal downtime during batch processing. Effective communication with client IT teams is essential to understand unique system requirements and resolve issues promptly. Staying organized with detailed documentation and leveraging automation tools can help streamline workflows, while ongoing learning about evolving mainframe technologies ensures continued success in this dynamic field.

What are Freelance Mainframe Batch Operations?

Freelance Mainframe Batch Operations involve managing and executing batch processing jobs on mainframe computer systems as an independent contractor. These professionals schedule, monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize batch jobs that handle large volumes of data processing for organizations. Their responsibilities typically include job scheduling with tools like JCL, resolving job failures, and ensuring timely completion of all batch processes. Freelancers in this role often support clients remotely and may work for multiple organizations, offering flexibility and specialized expertise.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Freelance Mainframe Batch Operations specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Freelance Mainframe Batch Operations specialist, you need a solid understanding of mainframe environments, JCL (Job Control Language), and batch scheduling processes, often backed by relevant IT certifications or experience. Familiarity with tools like IBM z/OS, scheduling systems such as CA-7 or Control-M, and monitoring utilities is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure reliable batch processing, minimize downtime, and support seamless business operations in demanding enterprise environments.
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$55.50 - $73.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Role : SRE (Mainframe + Java + Oracle + Account Management Services)
Location : St Louis, MO ( 3 days onsite/Week )
Duration: 12 Months
Key Responsibilities:
Site Reliability Engineering
  • Ensure reliability, availability, and performance of critical systems and applications.
  • Develop automation for deployment, monitoring, and operational tasks to reduce manual effort.
  • Implement SRE best practices such as SLIs, SLOs, error budgets, observability, and incident analysis.
  • Monitor system health, troubleshoot issues, and perform root-cause analysis (RCA).

Mainframe Skills:
  • Work with mainframe technologies such as JCL, COBOL, DB2, VSAM, or similar.
  • Support mainframe batch processes and real-time transactional systems.
  • Analyze mainframe job failures, performance bottlenecks, and capacity issues.

Java & Oracle:
  • Develop, support, and optimize Java-based applications and microservices.
  • Write and debug SQL queries, stored procedures, and performance-tuning tasks in Oracle DB.
  • Work on integration between mainframe systems and Java/Oracle-based platforms.

Account Management Services:
  • Provide production support and enhancements for account management or customer information-related applications.
  • Ensure data consistency, security, and compliance across account-related systems.
  • Collaborate with business teams to understand account workflows and improve service reliability.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • 7-9 years of relevant experience in SRE, Application Support, or System Engineering.
  • Hands-on experience with mainframe technologies (JCL, COBOL, DB2, Batch jobs, etc.).
  • Strong expertise in Java programming (Core Java, REST APIs, Spring preferred).
  • Strong experience with Oracle database-SQL, PL/SQL, performance tuning.
  • Experience supporting Account Management services or similar domain applications.
  • Knowledge of monitoring tools (Splunk, AppDynamics, Prometheus, Grafana, etc.).
  • Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Git, Maven/Gradle).
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to work in 24x7 support rotation if required.

Preferred Skills:
  • Experience in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Knowledge of automation tools (Python, Shell scripting).
  • Understanding of ITIL processes (Incident, Problem, Change Management).
  • Experience working in Agile environments.