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Sonsoft Inc

Mainframe Consultant

Austin, TX

At least 4 years of experience in Mainframe application development, maintenance and testing. * At ... No OPT-EAD & H1B Consultants please. * Please mention your Visa Status in your email or resume

Sonsoft Inc

Mainframe Consultant

Plano, TX

At least 4 years of experience in Mainframe application development, maintenance and testing. * At ... No OPT-EAD, TN Visa & H1B Consultants please. * Please mention your Visa Status in your email or ...

Sonsoft Inc

Hogan Mainframe

Plano, TX

$47 - $60.25/hr

At-least 4 years in Hogan Mainframe. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent ... No OPT-EAD & H1B Consultants please. * Please mention your Visa Status in your email or resume

Sonsoft Inc

Mainframe Modernization (GC--USC)

Plano, TX · On-site

$47 - $60.25/hr

At least 6+ years of experience in Mainframe Technologies including COBOL, PL/I, IMS, CICS, REXX ... No OPT-EAD & H1B Consultants please. * Please mention your Visa Status in your email or resume

Sonsoft Inc

Mainframe PL/1 Consultant

Springfield, IL · On-site

Preferred At least 6 years of relevant experience with mainframe- PL/1 language, JCL, and DB2 ... No OPT-EAD & H1B Consultants please. * Please mention your Visa Status in your email or resume

Sonsoft Inc

Mainframe Consultant

Bentonville, AR · On-site

At least 3 year of experience in Mainframe application development and maintenance projects. * At ... Only US Citizen , Green Card Holder , No OPT-EAD, H1B & TN candidates please. Please mention your ...

Sonsoft Inc

Mainframe PL/1 Consultant

Springfield, IL · On-site

Preferred At least 6 years of relevant experience with mainframe- PL/1 language, JCL, and DB2 ... No OPT-EAD & H1B Consultants please. * Please mention your Visa Status in your email or resume

Sonsoft Inc

Mainframes Consultant

Minneapolis, MN

Minimum 4+ years of hands on experience in testing and leading mainframe projects. * Knowledge of ... No OPT-EAD , TN Visa & H1B Consultants please. * Please mention your Visa Status in your email or ...

Sonsoft Inc

Mainframes Consultant

Minneapolis, MN

Minimum 4+ years of hands on experience in testing and leading mainframe projects. * Knowledge of ... No OPT-EAD , TN Visa & H1B Consultants please. * Please mention your Visa Status in your email or ...

Innovcentric LLC

Mainframe COBOL Programmer

Albany, NY · On-site

$65/hr

All visas accepted, including H1B transfers Role 2: Mainframe COBOL Programmer Rate: $50/hour Contract Required Skills & Qualifications: 5+ years of hands-on experience with COBOL (ANSI-74/85) in a ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for h1b 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.

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An H1B Mainframe job refers to a position that involves working with mainframe technologies while being sponsored under the H1B visa program in the United States. Mainframe professionals typically work with legacy systems, COBOL, JCL, DB2, and other related technologies in industries like banking, healthcare, and finance. Employers sponsor foreign workers through the H1B program when they cannot find suitable U.S. candidates for these specialized roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the H1B Mainframe position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Mainframe Developer or Mainframe Analyst (commonly hired on H1B visas), a deep understanding of COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS is generally required, along with a relevant degree in computer science or information technology. Familiarity with tools such as IBM z/OS, mainframe debugging tools, and experience with mainframe modernization platforms or certifications can be highly beneficial. Attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and effective communication with both technical and business teams are crucial soft skills. These competencies enable reliable mainframe operations, facilitate team collaboration, and ensure mission-critical business processes run smoothly.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Mainframe Developer working on an H1B visa?

As a Mainframe Developer, you'll typically be responsible for designing, coding, testing, and maintaining programs on IBM mainframe computers using languages like COBOL, JCL, and DB2. Your day-to-day tasks might also include troubleshooting production issues, performing system upgrades, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement new features or enhancements. You'll often work within larger IT departments for industries such as finance, insurance, or healthcare, where mainframes play a vital role in core business operations. This collaborative environment offers opportunities for growth into technical lead or architect positions as you gain experience.
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Mainframe Consultant

Mainframe Consultant

Sonsoft Inc

Austin, TX

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Company Description

SonSoft is an IT Staffing and consulting firm and duly organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Georgia. We are growing at a steady pace specializing in the fields of Software Development, Software Consultancy and Information Technology Enabled Services.

Job Description
  • At least 4 years of experience in Mainframe application development, maintenance and testing.
  • At least 4 years of experience in COBOL, JCL, CICS, databases like DB2 and/or IMS, VSAM file handling with knowledge of Pacbase , RPP, RDZ (Rational Suite of Tools for Mainframe)
  • Exposure to ETL technologies or Oracle DB
  • At least 4 years of experience working in Mainframe environments and SQL/ DB2 databases
  • At least 2 years of experience in working Agile (SCRUM) team.
  • Good knowledge of TFS and eChange, as ticketing and release tracking systems
  • Ability to manage risks and resolves issues and interdependencies that affect release scope, schedule and quality
  • Ability to measure and monitor progress to ensure application releases are delivered on time, and that they meet or exceed expectations
  • Ability to build the Release Calendar for the year in working closely with the other stake holders from different portfolios across IT with a centralized view of all releases
  • Ability to lead/ manage and provide reporting as well as meeting updates to the Senior IT Management as well as business management
  • At least 4 years of experience in software development life cycle.
  • At least 4 years of release and/or project management experience with strong understanding of project management principles.
  • At least 4 years of experience in Project life cycle activities on development and maintenance projects.
  • At least 4 years of experience in Design and architecture review.
  • Ability to work in team in diverse/ multiple stakeholder environment
  • Experience in Capital Markets domain, Options and Investment Management domain (Equity Trading)
  • Strong analytical, logical skills and team leading skills
  • Experience and desire to work in a Global delivery environment
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education.
  • At least 4 years of experience with Information Technologies.
Additional Information

** U.S. citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time.

Note:-

  1. This is a Full-Time Permanent job opportunity for you.
  2. Only US Citizen, Green Card Holder, TN Visa, GC-EAD, H4-EAD & L2-EAD can apply.
  3. No OPT-EAD & H1B Consultants please.
  4. Please mention your Visa Status in your email or resume.
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Sonsoft , Inc. is a USA based corporation duly organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Georgia. Sonsoft Inc. is growing at a steady pace specializing in the fields of Software Development, Software Consultancy and Information Technology Enabled Services.

Industry

It services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Alpharetta, GA, US

Year founded

2007

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