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Samprasoft

Mainframe Systems Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site

Knowledge of mainframe application development & configuration * Knowledge of mainframe technologies: COBOL, CICS, JCL, DB2, VSAM, Batch jobs and Procedures * Experience with Source Code management ...

WATI

Mainframe Application Programmer

Downey, CA · On-site

The Senior Application Programmer for Mainframe Systems will possess knowledge and experience in applications software development principles and methods sufficient to participate in the design ...

Seven Seven Software

Mainframe Developer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$46.25 - $59.50/hr

... improvement * 10+ years' Mainframe Application / COBOL development experience * 7+ years ... Experience in application development using financial messaging Using SWIFT MT, ISO 20022 pain ...

Purple Drive Technologies

Mainframe Developer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$47.25 - $60.75/hr

... application enhancements and new development. * Work closely with business analysts, architects ... Required Skills & Qualifications: * 8+ years of professional experience in Mainframe application ...

Cynet Systems

Mainframe Developer

Deerfield, IL · On-site

$35 - $40/hr

Experience in mainframe application development and support (COBOL, JCL, DB2). * Experience in Unix/Linux scripting and backend integration. * Experience in production support and performance ...

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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 Application Engineer, Senior

Mainframe Application Engineer, Senior

Imagine One Technology & Management Ltd

Charleston, SC • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Imagine One Technology & Management, Ltd. is seeking a Senior Mainframe Application Engineer, contingent upon award of the associated work. This position will be based in Charleston, SC.

The Senior Mainframe Application Engineer is responsible for analyzing, planning, designing, and documenting changes to mainframe software applications written in COBOL that execute in batch or online CICS environments within a z/OS-based Business Information System (BIS). The engineer formulates or updates BIS architectures and assists mainframe software sustainment teams with implementation and testing of system changes supporting Marine Corps enterprise pay and personnel systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze, design, and document updates to COBOL-based mainframe applications.
  • Implement changes to batch and CICS-based applications within z/OS environments.
  • Formulate and update Business Information System architectures.
  • Support implementation, integration, and testing of application changes.
  • Engineer enterprise-scale pay and personnel business rule logic updates.
  • Support RMF/MCAAP-aligned engineering activities.
  • Develop operational and system-level architecture views.
  • Collaborate with sustainment and production control teams to support releases.

Desired Experience:

  • 6+ years engineering enterprise-scale mainframe software applications.
  • 6+ years implementing and updating DoD pay and personnel business rule logic.
  • 4+ years engineering systems within MCAAP or other Risk Management Framework implementations.
  • Experience developing operational and system-level architecture views.

Minimum Certifications:

  • IAT Level II baseline certification required.

Security Requirements:

  • U.S. Citizen.
  • Active Secret clearance required.

Imagine One offers a full package of benefits and competitive salary, excellent group medical, vision, and dental programs. 401K savings plan; $4K annual tuition reimbursement ($5K if pursuing master’s degree); employee training, development, and education programs; profit sharing; advancement opportunities; and much more!

ISO 9001:2015, ISO 20000-1:2018, ISO 27001:2022
CMMI Development and Services - Maturity Level 3
CMMC Level 2 (C3PAO)
An Employee-Owned Business

EEO/Vets/Disabled