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System One

Mainframe Architect

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

Mainframe Architect 100% Onsite (5 Days/Week) Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH, Strongsville, Birmingham, AL, Dallas, Phoenix, AZ Role Summary The Solution Architect Lead is responsible for designing ...

TriOptus LLC

Mainframe Analyst

Des Moines, IA · On-site

Job Title - Mainframe Analyst Duration - 12+ Months (Possibility Of Extension) Location - Des Moines, IA - The candidate will be responsible for the inventory and overall purpose of various mainframe ...

System One

Mainframe Architect

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

Mainframe Architect 100% Onsite (5 Days/Week) Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH, Strongsville, Birmingham, AL, Dallas, Phoenix, AZ Role Summary The Solution Architect Lead is responsible for designing ...

System One

Mainframe Architect

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

Mainframe Architect 100% Onsite (5 Days/Week) Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH, Strongsville, Birmingham, AL, Dallas, Phoenix, AZ Role Summary The Solution Architect Lead is responsible for designing ...

Sarian, Inc.

Mainframe Developer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$47.75 - $61.50/hr

Mainframe Developer with ACH knowledge * Minimum 10+ years of experience in Mainframe knowledge. * Must have commercial payments exp - Knowledge of Pep+ is required. * Strong knowledge of handling ...

RICEFW Technologies,Inc

mainframe analyst

Ames, IA

Various mainframe applications exist in various systems. The ideal candidate will be able to navigate the mainframe to identify all the programs and identify various dependencies between different ...

Saransh Inc

Mainframe Architect

Richmond, VA · On-site

Mainframe Architect Location: Richmond, VA (or) McLean, VA (Hybrid - 2 to 3 days a week onsite) Job Type: Contract Skill Metrics: Cobol Mainframe CICS REXX VSAM JCL Years of experience required: 15 ...

RICEFW Technologies,Inc

mainframe analyst

Ames, IA · On-site

Various mainframe applications exist in various systems. The ideal candidate will be able to navigate the mainframe to identify all the programs and identify various dependencies between different ...

Techridge, Inc.

Mainframe Architect

Dallas, TX · On-site

Architect role for a modernization program rehosting legacy mainframe application to UniKix. Responsible for defining testing strategy, evaluating and adopting tools, enabling reverse engineering ...

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Genome International Corp

Mainframe

East Hartford, CT · On-site

$48.75 - $62.50/hr

Seeking a highly experienced Mainframe Database Migration Specialist to support a critical, time-sensitive enterprise data migration initiative. The consultant will be responsible for analyzing ...

First Soft Solutions

Mainframe Developer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$54 - $69.50/hr

Job Summary We are looking for an experienced Mainframe Developer with strong COBOL and mainframe technologies expertise. The candidate will help modernize and migrate legacy mainframe applications ...

Intellibee Inc

Mainframe Architect

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Intellibee Inc is seeking a Mainframe Architect to support their Tax and Financial Accounting and Reporting System. The role involves maintaining FARS systems, working on modernization projects, and ...

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Sarian, Inc.

Mainframe Developer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$47.75 - $61.50/hr

Mainframe Developer with ACH knowledge * Minimum 10+ years of experience in Mainframe knowledge. * Must have commercial payments exp - Knowledge of Pep+ is required. * Strong knowledge of handling ...

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As of Jul 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for mainframe jobs 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 the difference between Mainframe Jobs vs System Programmer Jobs?

AspectMainframe JobsSystem Programmer Jobs
CredentialsTypically require mainframe certifications and experience with COBOL, JCLRequire knowledge of operating systems, scripting, and system configuration
Work EnvironmentMainframe data centers, large enterprise IT environmentsIT departments, data centers, enterprise systems
Industry UsageBanking, finance, insurance, governmentIT service providers, large corporations
Job FocusMaintaining and supporting mainframe applications and hardwareConfiguring, installing, and maintaining system software and hardware

While both Mainframe Jobs and System Programmer Jobs involve working with enterprise systems, Mainframe Jobs focus on maintaining and supporting mainframe applications, whereas System Programmer Jobs concentrate on system configuration and software management. Understanding these differences helps job seekers target the right roles based on their skills and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Mainframe Jobs job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,026 per year, or $53.4 per hour.
Mainframe Architect

Mainframe Architect

System One

Pittsburgh, PA • On-site

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Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Mainframe Architect 100% Onsite (5 Days/Week) Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH, Strongsville, Birmingham, AL, Dallas, Phoenix, AZ Role Summary The Solution Architect Lead is responsible for designing, testing, and implementing scalable and highly available mainframe systems. This role requires deep expertise in mainframe infrastructure, workload placement, and networking to ensure reliability and performance. Key Responsibilities

  • Architect high availability (HA) solutions for mainframe environments
  • Define and manage:
    • Change management processes
    • Testing strategies
    • Deployment roadmaps
  • Communicate architecture, schedules, and implementation plans
  • Coordinate across cross-functional teams
Must-Have Technical Skills
  • Mainframe Application Design
  • Mainframe Design
  • Mainframe Networking
  • Mainframe Workload Placement
Nice-to-Have Skills
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
Soft Skills
  • Strong written & verbal communication
  • Presentation skills
  • Project & time management
  • Ability to influence stakeholders
Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)
  • 8+ years of experience required
Screening Question
  • Describe a project where you designed or deployed a high availability mainframe architecture.
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