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CYNET SYSTEMS

Lead Mainframe Developer

Holmdel, NJ · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Develop and maintain mainframe applications using cobol, db2, vsam, jcl, and cics technologies. * Collaborate with other teams to analyze and address technical issues related to mainframe systems.

Olympus Solutions Inc.

Mainframe Programmer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

Administer storage software and tools such as CA 1, CA Vantage, CA Vtape, FDR/ABR, FATS/FATAR, and EMC Mainframe Enabler Suite; maintain z/OS (v2.2 and v2.4). * Lead mainframe storage hardware ...

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Lorven Technologies

Mainframe Infra Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

McLean, VA (Hybrid Role) Duration: Long Term Contract We are seeking a senior Mainframe Z/OS Technical Lead to act as the client-side SME overseeing outsourced mainframe services and guiding a small ...

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How much do mainframe lead jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for mainframe lead in the United States is $64.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57.93 and $72.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Mainframe Lead job?

A Mainframe Lead is responsible for overseeing the development, maintenance, and optimization of mainframe systems, ensuring their reliability and performance. They lead a team of mainframe developers, coordinate with stakeholders, and implement best practices for system upgrades and problem resolution. Additionally, they play a key role in managing security, compliance, and disaster recovery strategies for critical business applications.

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

To thrive as a Mainframe Lead, you need deep expertise in mainframe technologies such as COBOL, JCL, and DB2, as well as strong leadership and project management experience. Familiarity with mainframe tools like IBM z/OS, RACF, and relevant certifications such as IBM Certified System Programmer are highly valued. Strong communication, problem-solving, and mentoring skills enable effective team leadership and cross-functional collaboration. These abilities are essential to ensure the reliability, security, and modernization of critical enterprise systems while driving successful project outcomes.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a Mainframe Lead?

As a Mainframe Lead, your daily responsibilities often include overseeing and guiding mainframe development or support teams, reviewing code or system changes, and ensuring compliance with organizational standards. You’ll coordinate with business analysts and project managers to translate business requirements into technical solutions and may also troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues. Regularly, you’ll mentor junior staff, schedule workloads, monitor system performance, and participate in planning for upgrades or migrations. Collaborating with infrastructure, security, and application teams is a key part of ensuring smooth operations and project delivery.
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Infographic showing various Mainframe Lead job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, and 12% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $133,808 per year, or $64.3 per hour.
Senior Technical Lead(Mainframe)

Senior Technical Lead(Mainframe)

Nityo Infotech

San Antonio, TX • On-site

Contractor

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Title/ Job: Senior Technical Lead with Mainframe
Location: San Antonio, TX
Certifications: Certifications in Mainframe technologies or leadership certifications is preferred.
Candidate must have:-

Valid visa with min 8-10 months validity

Must be good with 5 days onsite working as per customer expectation along with 6 months contract to hire


Senior Technical Lead with Mainframe - Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL, CICS
Job Summary
The Senior Technical Lead will be responsible for leading technical projects related to Mainframe technologies such as Cobol, DB2, VSAM, JCL, and Mainframe CICS. They will play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of mainframe solutions and will be involved in all aspects of the development lifecycle. (1.) Key Responsibilities
1. Lead and mentor a team of mainframe developers in designing, developing, and implementing mainframe applications.
2. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide technical expertise to propose solutions.
3. Perform code reviews, ensure best practices, and maintain coding standards within the team.
4. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in mainframe applications in a timely manner.
5. Coordinate with cross functional teams to ensure seamless integration of mainframe applications with other systems.
6. Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies related to mainframe development.
Skill Requirements
1. Strong expertise in mainframe technologies such as cobol, db2, vsam, jcl, and mainframe cics.
2. Proficient in debugging, performance tuning, and optimization of mainframe applications.
3. Solid understanding of end-to-end mainframe development lifecycle.
4. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
5. Strong communication and leadership abilities to effectively lead a technical team.