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Full Time Contract Mainframe Jobs (NOW HIRING)

This position will be a full-time contract role and is onsite in Trenton, NJ . What You'll Do * Participate in development efforts supporting the project involving multiple legacy mainframe ...

Mainframe Engineer

Boiling Springs, PA · On-site +1

$47.50 - $61/hr

This is a full-time, remote role with travel 2 days onsite per week at Riverdale, MD. The average ... S. citizens only in accordance with federal contract requirements. Applicants must provide proof of ...

Mainframe developer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$49.50 - $63.75/hr

Mclean, VA Duration: contract or full time Skillset : Experience in Mainframe (COBOL/JCL/DB2/IMS/CICS) - must have. Must have - Mainframe and IMS Good in analysis, design of Business Requirements ...

Mainframe IMS DB Developer

Plano, TX · On-site

$47 - $60.25/hr

Mainframe IMS DB Developer Location: Plano, TX and Wilmington, DE - 5 days onsite Job Type ... Contract/W-2/Full Time Long Term Project Job Responsibilities: Executes software solutions, design ...

This position will be full-time contract and onsite in Tallahassee, FL . The selected resource will ... Knowledge of mainframe flat files * Familiarity with SCRUM framework Preferred: * Experience ...

SENIOR OPERATOR

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

... contract administration for facilities services, and warehouse operations. GSS plays a major role ... full-time computer operations experience, in a large-scale networked, multi- tiered, or mainframe ...

SENIOR OPERATOR

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$17.50 - $21.25/hr

... contract administration for facilities services, and warehouse operations. GSS plays a major role ... full-time computer operations experience, in a large-scale networked, multi- tiered, or mainframe ...

SENIOR OPERATOR

Brooklyn, NY

$17.50 - $21.25/hr

... contract administration for facilities services, and warehouse operations. GSS plays a major role ... full-time computer operations experience, in a large-scale networked, multi- tiered, or mainframe ...

Technical Program Manager

$132K - $170K/yr

... lead on mainframe and legacy system modernization engagements under the DISA Reforged contract ... Benefits Eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including medical ...

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How much do full time contract mainframe jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time contract 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.

What is the difference between Full Time Contract Mainframe vs Full Time Contract COBOL Developer?

AspectFull Time Contract MainframeFull Time Contract COBOL Developer
CredentialsMainframe certifications, COBOL knowledgeCOBOL certifications, mainframe experience
Work EnvironmentLarge enterprise data centers, mainframe systemsSame as mainframe, focused on COBOL programming
Industry UsageBanking, insurance, governmentBanking, finance, legacy system maintenance
Search & ComparisonCommonly compared for legacy system rolesOften compared for programming and development tasks

Full Time Contract Mainframe roles focus on maintaining and supporting mainframe systems, often requiring COBOL skills. COBOL Developers specialize in programming in COBOL within mainframe environments. While both roles share similar credentials and work settings, mainframe roles may include broader system responsibilities, whereas COBOL Developers concentrate on coding tasks.

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Senior Mainframe/Cobol Developer

Senior Mainframe/Cobol Developer

Brilliant Infotech, Inc.

Trenton, NJ • On-site

$48.50 - $62.25/hr

Full-time

Posted yesterday


Job description

Job Description
We are looking for a Senior Mainframe Developer / COBOL Senior Consultant to evaluate existing systems and user needs in order to analyze, design, recommend, and implement information system changes. This position will be a full-time contract role and is onsite in Trenton, NJ.
What You'll Do
  • Participate in development efforts supporting the project involving multiple legacy mainframe applications
  • Analyze existing legacy systems and provide code walkthroughs, logic analysis, and technical documentation to ITS development teams
  • Design, develop, modify, test, and maintain COBOL and NATURAL programs, along with associated JCL jobs, based on functional specifications and enhancement requests
  • Perform ongoing maintenance and enhancements to batch and online mainframe applications
  • Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, job failures, and system abends, including root cause analysis and corrective actions
  • Analyze ADABAS database structures, files, and access methods to support application development and system integration
  • Develop and maintain data feeds, file layouts, and interface processes between legacy systems and modernized ITS components
  • Participate in system design reviews, technical planning sessions, and code reviews
  • Produce and maintain technical documentation, including program specifications, data definitions, job flows, and system architecture documentation
  • Support system testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing UAT
  • Implement best practices for mainframe development, including coding standards, version control, and change management
  • Assist with performance tuning and optimization of batch jobs, database access, and program execution
  • Provide production support for mission-critical applications and collaborate closely with analysts, architects, and development teams

What You'll Need
Required Qualifications
  • Advanced experience with COBOL programming in enterprise mainframe environments
  • Strong expertise in JCL development and job scheduling
  • Extensive experience with NATURAL programming
  • Working knowledge of ADABAS database architecture and file structures
  • Experience analyzing and maintaining large legacy mainframe codebases
  • Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills for batch and online applications
  • Experience with system integration, data interfaces, and file transfer processes
  • Proficiency with mainframe utilities, debugging tools, and job monitoring tools
  • Strong documentation and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently while coordinating with multiple technical teams

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting taxation or government revenue systems
  • Familiarity with CICS and online transaction processing environments
  • Experience with data migration or modernization projects involving legacy mainframe applications
  • Knowledge of mainframe security, scheduling systems, and source code management tools
  • Experience working within large-scale enterprise or government IT environments