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Fidelity TalentSource

Mainframe Developer

Roanoke, TX

$47 - $60.50/hr

DE performing mainframe application development -- file format and comparison -- using File-aid ... performing version management using Endeavor; debugging and unit testing, using Intertest and Abend ...

Donato Technologies, Inc

Mainframe Developer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$46.25 - $59.50/hr

Mainframe Developer Experience: 10+ Years Tampa, FL 45 Miles * 10+ years' Mainframe Application/COBOL development experience * 7+ years' experience in CICS/DB2/VSAM/MQ application development

SriLakshmiTech

Mainframe Developer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$47.75 - $61.50/hr

Support all aspects of application development; requirement discussion, architecture, design ... Mainframe Development for Print Delivery applications and integration with other tools ...

Purple Drive

Senior Mainframe Developer

Westlake, TX · On-site

Define, design, and lead mainframe application development projects to deliver scalable business solutions. * Develop, automate, and support mainframe applications using COBOL, CICS, DB2, JCL, VSAM ...

BI-Commercial

Mainframe Developer at Tampa, FL

Tampa, FL · On-site

$46.25 - $59.50/hr

Tampa, FL Experience - 8+ Required Skills: 10+ years' Mainframe Application/COBOL development experience 7+ years' experience in CICS/DB2/VSAM/MQ application development Experience required in debug ...

Syntricate Technologies

Mainframe Developer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$48.75 - $62.50/hr

At least 5 years of experience in mainframe application development using COBOL and other programming languages * Strong knowledge of mainframe operating systems, such as z/OS and z/VSE * Experience ...

PRIMUS Global Services, Inc

Mainframe Developer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$40 - $42/hr

Requirements: * 10+ years of Mainframe Application/COBOL development experience. * 7+ years of hands-on experience in CICS, DB2, VSAM, and MQ application development. * Strong expertise in debugging ...

Hirekeyz Inc

Mainframe COBOL

Omaha, NE · On-site

$46.75 - $60.25/hr

Should have experience in Mainframe Application Development along with strong hands-on Cobol , JCL, VSAM, Db2 and Mainframe Utilities CICS . * Ability to design, code, unit test, turnover, implement ...

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How much do mainframe application development jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for mainframe application development in the United States is $48.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.51 and $56.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Mainframe Application Development vs Mainframe Systems Analyst?

AspectMainframe Application DevelopmentMainframe Systems Analyst
Primary RoleDesigning, coding, and testing mainframe applicationsAnalyzing, designing, and supporting mainframe systems and processes
Skills & CertificationsCOBOL, JCL, DB2, certifications in mainframe developmentCOBOL, JCL, system analysis, certifications in systems analysis
Work EnvironmentDevelopment teams, coding environments, project-basedOperations teams, system support, troubleshooting
Industry UsageFinancial services, insurance, government agenciesFinancial institutions, healthcare, government agencies

While both roles work within mainframe environments, Mainframe Application Developers focus on creating and maintaining applications, whereas Mainframe Systems Analysts analyze and support existing systems and processes. Both roles require similar skills and certifications but serve different functions within mainframe operations.

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Infographic showing various Mainframe Application Development job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% Internship, 1% Full Time, 95% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 83% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,800 per year, or $48.9 per hour.

Mainframe COBOL Developer

Prophecy Technologies

Minneapolis, MN

$51.25 - $65.75/hr

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Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Role Overview:
This is a Mainframe Developer role with a focus on COBOL, DB2, and JCL. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mainframe application development, particularly in the banking domain with ACH processing knowledge.
Location: MN ONly
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL, DB2, and JCL
  • Work with agile software development lifecycle and DevOps principles
  • Communicate with all parties involved in the product team, including engineers, product owner, scrum master, third-party vendors, and customers
  • Troubleshoot complex production issues
Required Skills:
  • 6+ years of experience in mainframe application development
  • Strong proficiency in COBOL, CICS, DB2, and JCL
  • Experience working in large-scale enterprise or banking environments
  • Solid understanding of batch and online processing frameworks
Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with Fiserv integrations, especially PEP+ (PEP Plus)
  • Familiarity with ZEOS Connect API development
  • Exposure to modernization efforts (e.g., API enablement, mainframe integration strategies)

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