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Accel BI

Mainframe System Programmer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$110 - $160/hr

... Systems Programmer to join our team in Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a full-time W2, onsite position. The selected candidate will serve as a mainframe technical expert, supporting IBM z/OS ...

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Conexess Group

Mainframe CICS Engineer - 100% Remote

$50.25 - $64.50/hr

Conexess Group is seeking a detail-oriented CICS Mainframe Engineer to oversee the installation, maintenance, and support of IBM mainframe systems. This role focuses on ensuring efficient operation ...

Tech Mirrors

Mainframe Systems Programmer

Hartford, CT · On-site

$100 - $130/hr

Participate in migration testing, system integration testing, user acceptance testing, and ... Qualifications * 10+ years of Mainframe Development experience. * Expert-level COBOL programming ...

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Ericsson

Sr. Mainframe Systems Programmer

New York, NY · On-site

$60.25 - $76.50/hr

We are seeking a Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer to join a collaborative team supporting Ericsson's IBM z/OS-based mainframe infrastructure. The team manages mainframe hardware and software ...

Noblesoft Technologies

Mainframe Engineering

Mclean, VA · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

Title : Mainframe Engineering Location : McLean, VA Required Knowledge * z/OS architectures and ... IBM Mainframe Systems: JCL, CICS, SQL, z/OS, DB2, IMS, VSAM, XML, TSO/ISPF. Keys to Success in this ...

ConfigUSA

Mainframe z/OS System Programmer

Plano, TX · On-site

$52.75 - $67/hr

... IBM TWS scheduling tool upgrade IBM System Automation upgrade IBM Tivoli & Netview upgrade ... Mainframe System Programmer z/OS System Administrator MVS System Programmer

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for ibm mainframe systems programmer in the United States is $24.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an IBM mainframe systems programmer?

IBM Mainframe Systems Programmers are IT professionals responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting mainframe hardware and operating systems, such as IBM z/OS. They ensure the mainframe environment is stable, secure, and optimized for performance. Their duties often include system upgrades, applying patches, automation, disaster recovery planning, and providing technical support. These programmers work closely with application teams, network administrators, and other IT staff to ensure seamless operation of critical enterprise systems.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an IBM mainframe systems programmer?

To thrive as an IBM Mainframe Systems Programmer, you need expertise in mainframe operating systems (such as z/OS), JCL, and systems programming concepts, often supported by a degree in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with tools like IBM SDSF, ISPF, SMP/E, and utilities for monitoring, troubleshooting, and system maintenance is essential. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you resolve complex issues and collaborate with IT teams. These skills are crucial for maintaining system reliability, security, and performance in mission-critical enterprise environments.

What are the typical challenges faced by an IBM mainframe systems programmer when supporting legacy systems in modern IT environments?

IBM Mainframe Systems Programmers often encounter challenges maintaining legacy systems while integrating new technologies and processes. Balancing the need for system stability with the adoption of modern tools, such as automation and cloud integration, can be complex. Additionally, ensuring ongoing security compliance and managing software upgrades without disrupting critical business operations require strong problem-solving and communication skills. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including application developers and network administrators, is essential to address these challenges effectively.
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Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer

West Advanced Technologies (WATI)

Downey, CA • On-site

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Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer
Downey, CA
12+ months
Position Description:
The Senior Systems Programmer for Legacy Systems, for maintenance and support of Z/OS systems, is responsible for planning and upgrading the systems on a County-established basis, verifying the health of all systems, and making necessary changes as required. This includes analyzing the issues reported by development teams making necessary recommendations; planning and designing systems architecture; working with customers to test applications post-upgrade; ensuring software is compatible with operating systems; upgrading hardware in a timely manner with minimum downtime windows; evaluating new application software technologies; and/or ensuring that relevant security products are patched on a regular basis. The Senior Systems Programmer for Legacy Systems, for development of operating systems, is responsible for analyzing systems requirements, risks and costs; evaluating, selecting, verifying and validating systems software environments; evaluating, selecting and installing compilers, assemblers and utilities; integrating hardware and software components within systems environments; monitoring and fine-tuning performance of systems environments; evaluating new systems engineering technologies and subsequent effects on operating environments; and/or ensuring that information security/information assurance policies, principles and practices are integral elements of operating environments.
Skills Required:
A Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer is responsible for leading and/or supporting the most complex IT infrastructure, modification, installation, testing, implementation, maintenance and enhancements of new or existing system software products. This classification must plan, install, configure, test, implement and manage core system software products in support of the County's IT architecture and business needs. Special organizational or functional industry position titles for systems programmer include, but are not limited to, Z/OS System Administrator, MVS Systems Administrator, CICS/IMS/DB2/ADABAS Systems Programmer, and Z/OS Network and Storage Administrator. The following technology skill sets are required to perform in this classification -IBM: Z/OS, IMS, DB2, ADABAS, SMP/E, JCL, IMS DB/DC, CICS, ACF2, ASSEMBLER/ COBOL/ REXX, CONTROL-M, VTAM, TCPIP, NETVIEW, NATURAL/ SUPERNAT, ENTIREX, CA SPOOL, IMS & DB2 BMC Tools, HMC/HOD/IODF, VTS.
This classification must have a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in Z/OS Systems programming, with at least four (4) years of that experience in a lead role.
This classification requires the possession of a bachelor's degree in an IT-related or engineering field.
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Naresh Damagalla
West Advanced Technologies, Inc
E: naresh.d@wati.com D: 279-666-5838
Serving government agencies for 22 Years
www.wati.com

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