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HAN IT Staffing Inc.

Mainframe Developer

Wilmington, DE · On-site

$47.50 - $61/hr

Mainframe batch and Store Procedures knowledge * Must be aware of Mainframe Stored Procedures (Rest of the Migration is Stored Procedures) * Mainframe Db2 experience (With Query Analysis and ...

Prophecy Technologies

mainframe developer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$48.50 - $62.25/hr

Mainframe Batch Processing * SQL (DB2) * Data Analysis / Data Analytics * Production Support * Debugging & Performance Tuning Preferred Skills * IBM z/OS * VSAM * Easytrieve * File-AID * Changeman ...

Percient Inc

Mainframe Developer

Wilmington, DE · On-site

$47.50 - $61/hr

... batch and Store Procedures knowledge Must be aware of Mainframe Stored Procedures (Rest of the Migration is Stored Procedures) Mainframe Db2 experience (With Query Analysis and Optimization and ...

Noblesoft Technologies

Mainframe support

Weehawken, NJ · On-site

$53.25 - $68.50/hr

Weehawken, NJ COBOL, DB2, CICS, and experience in Mainframe batch monitoring Description: * Performance tuning and optimization skills to analyze system performance and make adjustments to optimize ...

Judge Group, Inc.

Mainframe Developer

Malvern, PA · On-site

$48 - $61.75/hr

Proficient in JCL, PROCs, and mainframe batch processing Skilled in writing complex SQL queries and optimizing database performance. Experience with debugging across front end applications thru to ...

RIT Solutions, Inc.

mainframe programmer/developer

Madison, WI · On-site

$49.50 - $63.50/hr

The role requires expertise in COBOL, DB2, and JCL, focusing on batch-oriented processing within a classic mainframe environment. Qualifications : Required : • COBOL • DB2 • JCL • Mainframe ...

Compunnel

Mainframe Developer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$51.25 - $65.75/hr

Strong working knowledge of IBM z/OS, JCL, and mainframe batch processing concepts. * Proficiency in Python for data engineering or scripting use cases; experience running Python in a Unix/Linux ...

Wipro Limited

Mainframe Developer

Brookfield, WI · On-site

$60K - $135K/yr

... batch scheduling tools such as CA7. * 5+ years of experience in mainframe batch abend research and resolution. * Strong working knowledge of SQL for data analysis and troubleshooting across a ...

Arete Technologies, Inc.

Batch Operator

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$17.75 - $21.50/hr

Monitor mainframe jobs - Alert appropriate customers/programmers of potential problems. - Report ... Batch Job Schedules -Change JCL (Job Control Language) as appropriate. The parameters that need ...

Soteria Reinsurance Ltd.

WI · On-site

Fidelity is seeking a Director of Software Engineering to lead the design, development, and maintenance of mainframe, batch, and cloud-native applications in AWS and Azure, using Java and Spring Boot.

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How much do mainframe batch jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for mainframe batch 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.

What is a mainframe batch?

A Mainframe Batch job is a process that runs on a mainframe system without direct user interaction, typically executing a series of predefined tasks. These jobs are submitted using JCL (Job Control Language) and can involve data processing, report generation, or system maintenance. Batch jobs are scheduled to run at specific times or triggered by certain events, ensuring efficient resource utilization. They are critical for automating repetitive tasks and handling large-scale data processing in enterprise environments.

What does a mainframe batch do?

As a Mainframe Batch professional, your daily tasks generally include monitoring scheduled batch jobs, identifying and resolving job failures, and ensuring all processes complete within specified time windows. You may also be responsible for making schedule changes, updating job scripts, performing routine maintenance, and coordinating with application support or development teams to implement new jobs. Regular documentation and reporting of batch job statuses, along with participating in incident management, are also key parts of the role. These responsibilities require precision and strong collaboration skills, as your work directly impacts the overall efficiency and reliability of critical business operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the mainframe batch position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Mainframe Batch professional, you need a solid understanding of mainframe operations, JCL (Job Control Language), batch job scheduling, and experience with tools like IBM z/OS and job schedulers such as CA-7 or Control-M. Familiarity with scripting, troubleshooting batch job failures, and certifications like IBM Certified System Programmer can be beneficial. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and problem-solving skills help you proactively resolve issues and coordinate with support teams. These competencies are vital for ensuring business-critical batch processes run smoothly and efficiently within high-availability enterprise environments.

Is mainframe batch still in demand?

Mainframe batch processing remains in demand in industries such as finance, insurance, and government, where large-scale data processing and transaction management are critical. Professionals with skills in COBOL, JCL, and mainframe environments are valued for maintaining and optimizing legacy systems, though the overall demand has decreased with the rise of cloud and distributed computing. However, specialized knowledge in mainframe batch jobs continues to be a niche skill set with steady job opportunities.
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Infographic showing various Mainframe Batch job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 68% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 91% In-person, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,026 per year, or $53.4 per hour.

Senior Mainframe Batch Operations Engineer - JobTrac

BizTech Fusion

Dallas, TX • Remote

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Senior Mainframe Batch Operations Engineer – JobTrac

BizTech Fusion is hiring for this position for one of its clients.

Position: Senior Mainframe Batch Operations Engineer – JobTrac

Location: 100% Remote – USA

Experience: 14+ Years

Employment Type: Contract

Position Overview

BizTech Fusion is seeking an experienced Senior Mainframe Batch Operations Engineer / Mainframe Production Control Specialist with strong expertise in JobTrac R11, mainframe batch scheduling, production control, JCL, COBOL, IMS, CICS, and z/OS operations.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience scheduling, monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing production batch workloads in enterprise mainframe environments. This role will support both legacy mainframe systems and modernization/transformation initiatives, working closely with application development, infrastructure, network, and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and provide technical support for Mainframe Production Control and batch operations using Computer Associates JobTrac R11.
  • Schedule, modify, submit, and monitor daily production mainframe jobs.
  • Manage nightly batch schedules and make scheduling adjustments to optimize mainframe resource utilization.
  • Monitor automated and manually submitted jobs and ensure critical production workloads complete within required SLAs.
  • Perform daily and weekly batch balancing and production control activities.
  • Modify and troubleshoot JCL as required by application programmers and operations teams.
  • Analyze batch execution issues, abends, delays, and performance problems and identify root causes.
  • Optimize production batch schedules and job runtimes to improve operational efficiency.
  • Support on-demand and immediate-execution batch job scheduling.
  • Provide technical support for batch failures, late critical batches, and production service restoration activities.
  • Work closely with mainframe developers on production issues, code reviews, testing, and application fixes.
  • Participate in testing and implementation of new batch processes and application releases.
  • Develop and maintain operational procedures, runbooks, scheduling documentation, and production support documentation.
  • Support application deployment activities and assist with creating and expanding application environments.
  • Provide technical assistance to programmers and operations personnel for mainframe-related production issues.
  • Participate in daily status meetings and provide production status updates to technical teams and management.
  • Coordinate with infrastructure, network, customer support, and application development teams to resolve production issues.
  • Support both legacy mainframe applications and mainframe transformation/modernization initiatives.

Required Technical Skills

  • 14+ years of mainframe / production control / batch operations experience
  • Strong hands-on experience with Computer Associates JobTrac R11
  • Mainframe batch and console operations
  • z/OS / MVS
  • JCL development, analysis, debugging, and troubleshooting
  • COBOL and batch/CICS COBOL
  • VSAM
  • IMS
  • CICS
  • TSO/ISPF
  • IBM utilities and z/OS programs
  • JobTrac for z/OS
  • Batch scheduling, monitoring, dependencies, and production control
  • On-demand/immediate batch job scheduling
  • Batch abend analysis and production problem resolution
  • Complex JCL troubleshooting
  • REXX development, analysis, and debugging in z/OS environments
  • FTP, SFTP, and NFTP
  • Batch SFTP/FTPS processing
  • IMS utilities, including FileAid for IMS
  • BPXBATCH processing for remote execution
  • Mainframe printer assignment and administration
  • Working knowledge of IPPrintway
  • Informatica and batch/ETL processing

Preferred Experience

  • Experience supporting large-scale enterprise mainframe production environments.
  • Experience working with application development and infrastructure teams.
  • Experience supporting legacy system modernization or mainframe transformation projects.
  • Strong understanding of production control procedures, change management, and operational standards.
  • Experience creating operational documentation, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience working in SLA-driven production environments and supporting critical batch workloads.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate should have deep hands-on experience in:

JobTrac R11 | Mainframe Production Control | z/OS | MVS | JCL | COBOL | VSAM | IMS | CICS | TSO/ISPF | REXX | IBM Utilities | Batch Scheduling | Console Operations | FTP/SFTP/FTPS | BPXBATCH | FileAid for IMS | IPPrintway | Informatica

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with an updated resume highlighting their JobTrac R11, mainframe batch operations, JCL, COBOL, IMS, CICS, and production control experience.


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