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Sonsoft Inc

Mainframes Consultant

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

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 ...

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CICS/MQ Systems Programmer

Chicago, IL · Remote

$56.75 - $72/hr

CICS /MQ MAINFRAME SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER CICS ~~ MQ ~~ Z/OS MAINFRAME SYSTEMS ~~ SMP/E ~~ JES 2 ~~ ... CLIENT CANNOT CONSIDER H1B SPONSORSHIP AT THIS TIME** At DSN, we bring over 25 years of experience ...

Sonsoft Inc

IBM Mainframe Assembler Programmer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$46.75 - $60.25/hr

IBM Mainframe Assembler Programmer (with experience on Assembler, COBOL, JCL, VSAM, DB2, CICS ... apply. > No H1B, OPT-EAD & TN candidates please Please share your resumes at Sameer.Uddin (at ...

Sonsoft Inc

MAINFRAME COBOL PROGRAMMER

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$47 - $60.50/hr

Mainframe Developer AM6 Performing code analysis, designing, code build, unit testing and some ... No H1B candidates, please. * Please mention your Visa Status in your email or resume . ** All your ...

Sonsoft Inc

IBM MQ (No H1B)

Nashville, TN · On-site

... AS400 mainframe unix aix scripting background java and application server experience would be a ... No H1B candidates, please. * Please mention your Visa Status in your email or resume . ** All your ...

Sonsoft Inc

Mainframes Consultant

Miami, FL · On-site

Technical Skills - Mainframes -Web Services, EAI. * Ability to work in team environment and client ... No OPT-EAD , TN Visa & H1B Consultants please. * Please mention your Visa Status in your email or ...

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As of Aug 22, 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 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.

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.

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Mainframes Consultant

Sonsoft Inc

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Company Description

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.

Job Description
  • At least 4 years of experience in creating requirement specifications based on Architecture/Design /Detailing of Processes
  • At least 4 years of experience in Development/ Configuration/solutions evaluation/ Validation and deployment
  • At least 4 years of experience in capturing requirements related to internal/external consulting, documenting, and mapping current business process
  • Minimum 4+ years of hands on experience in testing and leading mainframe projects.
  • Knowledge of brokerage and banking domain.
  • Analytical and Communication skills.
  • Planning and Co-ordination skills.
  • Experience with project management.
  • Experience and desire to work in a management consulting environment that requires regular travel


Technical Skillset: (Hands on knowledge mandatory)

  • Tools: HP Quality Center, JIRA.
  • Mainframes: JCL (Test JCL creation from production JCLs) , PACBASE & COBOL (For reviewing and understanding programs written) , Writing simple SORT CARDS for extraction/formatting.
  • Databases: IMS, DB2 and Oracle.


Primary Responsibilities & Objectives:

  • Coming up an test strategy and testing approach for major program for ST, SIT and UAT phases.
  • Leading a team of 6+ resources in planning and executing the testing for Mainframe projects.
  • Ability to co-ordinate with cross commit teams, vendor partners, development teams and business teams for test planning and defect tracking.
  • Hands on knowledge in mainframes for test JCLs creation, writing simple sort cards for formatting and file conversion.
  • Knowledge of DB2 and IMS DBs for doing table load/unload, writing simple queries for data extraction/filtration.
  • Hands on knowledge in troubleshooting mainframe job abends to identify RCA.
  • Review/track and execute the testing phases for the project as per plan and ability to escalate/highlight issues/risks/concerns and come up with mitigation plans to solve them
  • Good communication skills.
  • Ability to capture and provide testing status reports to stakeholders and business leaders.
  • Good understanding of HP QC/ALM as a tool for defect tracking and trace-ability.
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 IT
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 Fulltime job for you
  2. Only US Citizen, Green Card Holder, GC-EAD, H4-EAD & L2-EAD can apply.
  3. No OPT-EAD, TN Visa & 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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