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Merican

Mainframe Administrator

San Antonio, TX · On-site

Mainframe Administrator Location: San Antonio, TX Duration: 5 Months Job Type: Temporary Assignment Work Type: Onsite * Client is not looking for a Mainframe developer or Tester. The resource is ...

Noblesoft Technologies

Mainframe support

Weehawken, NJ · On-site

$53.25 - $68.50/hr

Job Title: Mainframe support Location: Weehawken, NJ COBOL, DB2, CICS, and experience in Mainframe batch monitoring Description: * Performance tuning and optimization skills to analyze system ...

Vytwo

Mainframe Developer

Prosper, TX · On-site

$50/hr

Mainframe Developer Location : Malvern, PA - Hybrid Responsibilities: * A Mainframe Developer required in developing and maintaining applications on mainframe systems, typically using languages like ...

Noblesoft Technologies

Mainframe Engineering

Mclean, VA · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

Mainframe Engineering Location : McLean, VA Required Knowledge * z/OS architectures and internals. * zSecure tool and Carla language (customization experience is a plus). * Mainframe security related ...

TekLeaders, Inc

Mainframe Engineer

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$49.50 - $63.75/hr

Mainframe Engineer Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota (Hybrid) only on w2 * Looking for a senior engineer/architect with a DBA background focused on mainframe IMS, DB2 and z/OS. * Need to have ...

New

First Soft Solutions

Mainframe Developer

New York, NY · On-site

$53.50 - $69/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 ...

K-Tek Resourcing LLC

Mainframe Developer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$51.25 - $65.75/hr

Senior Mainframe Developer 8-12 years of experience only Location: New York City, NY/ Jersey City, NJ 4 Days onsite role Role Overview: We are seeking a Senior Mainframe Developer with strong ...

New

West Advanced Technologies

Mainframe Operator

Downey, CA · On-site

$50.75 - $65/hr

Mainframe Operator Location: Downey, CA Duration: 12 months Description: The Information Technology Mainframe Operator works under the direction of an Information Technology Systems Operations ...

NAVA Software Solutions

Mainframe Developer

Morristown, NJ · On-site

$50.50 - $64.75/hr

Role: Sr. Mainframe Engineer Location: Morris Plains, NJ , Memphis TN, Somerset NJ, Austin TX, St. Louis MO, Morristown NJ Remote to start - Hybrid from Nov onwards Duration: 6-12 months What You ...

System One

Mainframe Architect

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

Mainframe Architect Location: Pittsburgh, PA Type: Contract Compensation: $0.00 Contractor Work Model: Onsite - onsite Hours: 40.0 Security Clearance: Not specified Overview Leave placeholder text ...

Kanak Elite Services Inc

Mainframe Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50.50 - $65/hr

MAINFRAME DEVELOPER Location: Chicago, IL (Full Onsite, Open to Relocating Candidates) Visa: Any visa except H1B We're looking for a Mainframe Developer to join our team! If you're experienced with ...

System One

Mainframe Architect

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

Mainframe Architect Location: Pittsburgh, PA Type: Contract Compensation: $0.00 Contractor Work Model: Onsite - onsite Hours: 40.0 Security Clearance: Not specified Overview Leave placeholder text ...

Saige Partners

Mainframe Developer

Davenport, IA

$46.50 - $59.75/hr

Our Davenport, IA client has an immediate opening for a talented Mainframe Developer. If you are interested, please send your resume to Dani at dedgington@saigepartners.com As our client continues to ...

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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.

What cities are hiring for Mainframe Jobs jobs? Cities with the most Mainframe Jobs job openings:
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 Administrator

Mainframe Administrator

Merican

San Antonio, TX • On-site

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Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Overview:
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. Our client provider of digital technology and transformation, information technology and services
Position: Mainframe Administrator
Location: San Antonio, TX
Duration: 5 Months
Job Type: Temporary Assignment
Work Type: Onsite
Job Description
  • Client is not looking for a Mainframe developer or Tester. The resource is expected to have extensive knowledge and experience working on Mainframe mainly on administration of Mainframe as a platform.

Role/Skill:
  • Mainframe System Administrator/Mainframe Infrastructure

Expert Job Descriptions:
  • Mainframe z/OS Admin responsible for managing IBM z/OS operating system In-depth knowledge of IBM z/OS operating systems and infrastructure
  • Mainframe technical sustainment experience (i.e. zOS version upgrades)
  • Experienced in installation, configuration, maintenance, and security of z/OS operating systems and related infrastructure
  • Expert knowledge in Mainframe Security & Compliance, security protocols (e.g., Top Secret/TSS), and ensuring data security.
  • Able to collaborate and engage with infrastructure teams to resolve complex, interdependent issue
  • Extensive knowledge/experience on the following: Z/OS CICS DB2 Easytrieve ChangeMan, Endevor MSUs MQ ESP, dSeries Systemware Content Cloud System IPL

TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.
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Merican is a IT Service consulting firm, specialized in Digital adoption and Business automation. With our diverse collection of skilled and committed consultants, technology companies, businesses and digital experts, we provide our subject expertise and our unique client service approach, a best-in-class global model of delivery suited to the business demands of our clients. We ensure that we implement future-oriented solutions for our clients via investments in people, solutions, technologies, competencies and infrastructure.

Industry

It services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Columbia , MD, US

Year founded

2020

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