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Define and manage: * Change management processes * Testing strategies * Deployment roadmaps ... Mainframe Application Design * Mainframe Design * Mainframe Networking * Mainframe Workload ...

Define and manage: * Change management processes * Testing strategies * Deployment roadmaps ... Mainframe Application Design * Mainframe Design * Mainframe Networking * Mainframe Workload ...

Define and manage: * Change management processes * Testing strategies * Deployment roadmaps ... Mainframe Application Design * Mainframe Design * Mainframe Networking * Mainframe Workload ...

Define and manage: * Change management processes * Testing strategies * Deployment roadmaps ... Mainframe Application Design * Mainframe Design * Mainframe Networking * Mainframe Workload ...

Candidate will be required to create documentation and present to project teams and management. Required/Desired Skills:- * Ability to navigate through mainframe systems to identify mainframe ...

Candidate will be required to create documentation and present to project teams and management Additional Information Required / Deisred Skills: Ability to navigate through mainframe systems to ...

Candidate will be required to create documentation and present to project teams and management Qualifications Additional Information Required / Deisred Skills: Ability to navigate through mainframe ...

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that ... Mainframe Administrator Location: San Antonio, TX Duration: 5 Months Job Type: Temporary Assignment ...

Mainframe Developer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$47 - $60.50/hr

Production support and incident management * Strong understanding of Software Development Life ... Exposure to API integration and Mainframe modernization initiatives * Knowledge of Agile ...

Mainframe support

Weehawken, NJ · On-site

$53.25 - $68.50/hr

Knowledge of database management systems like DB2 and VSAM. * Understanding of mainframe security protocols, such as RACF, and best practices for protecting data. * Mainframe cryptography knowledge ...

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How much do mainframe manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for mainframe manager 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Mainframe Manager position, and why are they important?

A Mainframe Manager requires deep expertise in mainframe systems administration, COBOL programming, resource planning, and a relevant bachelor’s degree in computer science or IT. Familiarity with mainframe operating systems (such as z/OS), job scheduling tools, and certifications like IBM Certified System Programmer are highly valued. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help manage teams and facilitate collaboration across IT functions. These competencies are vital for maintaining system reliability, optimizing performance, and leading modernization initiatives in large-scale enterprise environments.

What are some typical challenges faced by Mainframe Managers in a modern IT environment?

Mainframe Managers often encounter challenges such as integrating legacy mainframe systems with newer technologies, ensuring data security, and maintaining high system availability. Balancing the demands of routine maintenance with modernization projects and adapting to evolving compliance requirements can also be demanding. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including application developers and security specialists, is common to address these challenges effectively. Successful Mainframe Managers stay proactive about emerging trends and prioritize continuous learning to keep systems efficient and secure.

What is a Mainframe Manager job?

A Mainframe Manager oversees the operation, maintenance, and security of an organization's mainframe systems. They manage a team of IT professionals, ensure system availability, and implement upgrades and performance optimizations. Their role includes coordinating disaster recovery plans, monitoring system performance, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Strong technical expertise, leadership, and problem-solving skills are essential for this role.

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Senior Engineering Mainframe Manager - Custody

State Street Global Advisors

Quincy, MA • Hybrid

$120K - $217K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago


Job description

Job Description

Who we are looking for

We are modernizing a mission-critical custody and securities processing platform supporting high-volume post-trade operations. The platform processes large-scale financial transactions with stringent requirements for availability, resiliency, data integrity, and regulatory compliance across both legacy and modern technology environments.

We are seeking a Software Engineering Manager with strong technical leadership experience to lead engineering teams responsible for advancing our high-throughput custody platform.

This role is ideal for someone who:

  • Leads high-performing teams delivering mission-critical mainframe and hybrid solutions

  • Solves complex challenges across high-volume, mainframe-centric environments

  • Influences technology direction across mainframe modernization and platform architecture

  • Leads design for mainframe and hybrid architectures, driving system and integration patterns

What you will be responsible for

Engineering Leadership and Delivery

  • Leads design for mainframe and hybrid architectures, driving system and integration patterns

  • Lead and mentor engineering teams, driving strong engineering standards, quality, and operational excellence

  • Own end-to-end delivery for critical platform capabilities across design, development, testing, deployment, and support

  • Drive ongoing platform modernization through workflow optimization, enhanced system integration, automation, and technology lifecycle improvements

  • Partner with product and operations teams to manage delivery across complex, interconnected business processes

  • Provide technical leadership across platform architecture, data platforms, application integration, performance, resiliency, and production stability

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

  • Experience supporting high-throughput, business-critical platforms

  • Strong understanding of enterprise transaction processing, application integration, and data-intensive systems

  • Experience leading platform modernization and transformation initiatives

  • Ability to balance technical leadership, delivery execution, and team development

  • Strength navigating regulatory and operational constraints

Education & Preferred Qualifications

  • 10+ years of software engineering experience with leadership responsibility

  • Proven track record delivering complex platform modernization and technology initiatives

  • Experience leading end-to-end delivery across integrated enterprise systems

  • Agile delivery experience in large-scale enterprise environments

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field

Work Requirement

  • Onsite 4 days a week in office and one day remote

  • Standard business hours aligned to project and stakeholder needs(8am to 5pm)

Salary Range:

$120,000 - $217,500 Annual

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

Employees are eligible to participate in State Street's comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.

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About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you'll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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