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Jr. Mainframe Developer and Support

Reading, PA · On-site

$64K - $83K/yr

Company Description We help Procurement and Recruiting departments faced with the challenge of filling multiple IT-related openings for either long-term employment, or short-term projects. They need ...

Senior Mainframe Developer Location: Omaha, NE (100% Onsite) Job Summary We are seeking an ... Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance across the development lifecycle.

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Mainframe Engineer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$51.25 - $65.75/hr

The Purpose As a Senior Mainframe Software Engineer, you will quickly develop a deep understanding ... Strong Agile background with the ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical ...

Mentor and coach junior team members, cultivating their mainframe and modernization skills. * Define and continuously refine the practice roadmap, aligning modernization initiatives with ...

Mentor and coach junior team members, cultivating their mainframe and modernization skills. * Define and continuously refine the practice roadmap, aligning modernization initiatives with ...

Mainframe Specialist

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$70K - $196K/yr

Mentor and coach junior team members, cultivating their mainframe and modernization skills. * Define and continuously refine the practice roadmap, aligning modernization initiatives with ...

Mainframe Specialist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$70K - $196K/yr

Mentor and coach junior team members, cultivating their mainframe and modernization skills. * Define and continuously refine the practice roadmap, aligning modernization initiatives with ...

Mentor and coach junior team members, cultivating their mainframe and modernization skills. * Define and continuously refine the practice roadmap, aligning modernization initiatives with ...

Mentor and coach junior team members, cultivating their mainframe and modernization skills. * Define and continuously refine the practice roadmap, aligning modernization initiatives with ...

Mainframe Specialist

Austin, TX · On-site

$70K - $196K/yr

Mentor and coach junior team members, cultivating their mainframe and modernization skills. * Define and continuously refine the practice roadmap, aligning modernization initiatives with ...

Mainframe Specialist

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$70K - $196K/yr

Mentor and coach junior team members, cultivating their mainframe and modernization skills. * Define and continuously refine the practice roadmap, aligning modernization initiatives with ...

Mentor and coach junior team members, cultivating their mainframe and modernization skills. * Define and continuously refine the practice roadmap, aligning modernization initiatives with ...

Mentor and coach junior team members, cultivating their mainframe and modernization skills. * Define and continuously refine the practice roadmap, aligning modernization initiatives with ...

Mainframe Specialist

Dallas, TX · On-site

$70K - $196K/yr

Mentor and coach junior team members, cultivating their mainframe and modernization skills. * Define and continuously refine the practice roadmap, aligning modernization initiatives with ...

Mentor and coach junior team members, cultivating their mainframe and modernization skills. * Define and continuously refine the practice roadmap, aligning modernization initiatives with ...

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How much do junior mainframe jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior mainframe in the United States is $88,976.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $87,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Junior Mainframe vs Mainframe Developer?

AspectJunior MainframeMainframe Developer
CredentialsBasic certifications, entry-level experienceAdvanced certifications, several years of experience
Work EnvironmentSupport and maintenance tasks, learning-focusedDesign, development, and optimization of mainframe applications
Employer UsageEntry-level roles in finance, government, and large enterprisesSenior roles with more responsibility in similar industries

Junior Mainframe roles are typically entry-level, focusing on support and learning, while Mainframe Developers handle complex development tasks. The main difference lies in experience, responsibilities, and skill level, with Junior Mainframe positions serving as a stepping stone toward becoming a Mainframe Developer.

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Infographic showing various Junior Mainframe job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 90% In-person, 5% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,976 per year, or $42.8 per hour.
Jr. Mainframe Developer and Support

Jr. Mainframe Developer and Support

Stefanini

Reading, PA • On-site

$64K - $83K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago


Job description

Company Description

We help Procurement and Recruiting departments faced with the challenge of filling multiple IT-related openings for either long-term employment, or short-term projects. They need to find reliable candidates, with the right expertise, quickly and at the right cost to enable their company to remain competitive, and to increase profit and efficiency.


Stefanini provides the IT contract resources you need to implement crucial projects, handle short-term assignments, or fulfill long-term placements. Our IT staffing services free you from the challenges of finding, recruiting, training and retaining high-quality professional staff, and allow you to focus on managing your business growth.


We provide the ongoing skill development to ensure that professionals placed at your site are trained in leading technologies to support your information technology hardware, software, and network infrastructure. Augment your staff for short or long-term engagements, or for specialized expertise on specific projects.


We have more than 25 years of staffing industry knowledge and can provide you with superior

candidates to match your technical and professional needs.

Job Description

Will do code, test, debug, and document programs. Develop, implement and maintain computer applications. May assist Programmer/Analyst on more complex projects and prepare programming specifications and documentation 

Qualifications
  • Bachelors Degree or equivalent required
  • 6+ years' experience
  • Expert understanding of logic and coding
  • Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently
  • Proven ability to remain flexible in a changing environment
  • Expert knowledge of Application Program Language
  • Attendance and schedule adherence are requirements of this position
  • Has a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas
  • Problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues/problems without precedent and/or structure
  • Functions with a high degree of autonomy
Additional Information
Duration:  6 Months