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Mainframe Developer at Tampa, FL

Tampa, FL · On-site

$46.25 - $59.50/hr

Mainframe Developer Location: Tampa, FL Experience - 8+ Required Skills: 10+ years' Mainframe Application/COBOL development experience 7+ years' experience in CICS/DB2/VSAM/MQ application development ...

DTCC

Lead Mainframe Developer

Tampa, FL · Hybrid

$44.50 - $57.25/hr

Being a member of IT CSS-WRAFT Delivery team, in this role, you will be a hands-on technical leader for the mainframe core of Fund/SERV-the industry's centralized platform for processing and settling ...

Citigroup, Inc.

Senior Mainframe Developer

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$113.84K - $170.76K/yr

The Senior Mainframe Developer is a senior level position responsible for establishing and implementing new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The ...

Seven Seven Software

Mainframe Developer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$46.25 - $59.50/hr

Understanding of software skills such as business analysis, development, maintenance, and software improvement * 10+ years' Mainframe Application / COBOL development experience * 7+ years' experience ...

BNY

Vice President, Mainframe Storage Engineer

Lake Mary, FL · On-site +1

$42.75 - $55/hr

VP, Mainframe Storage Engineer At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees' growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the ...

Seven Seven Software

Mainframe Developer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$46.25 - $59.50/hr

Understanding of software skills such as business analysis, development, maintenance, and software improvement * 10+ years' Mainframe Application / COBOL development experience * 7+ years' experience ...

Ubertal Inc

IT Support Technician

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

$20.50 - $28/hr

Enter and maintain accurate support data in tracking systems * Assist in debugging and troubleshooting mainframe operating systems under supervision * Support efforts to convert legacy mainframe ...

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How much do mainframe operator jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for mainframe operator in Florida is $39.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.19 and $45.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Mainframe Operator job?

A Mainframe Operator monitors and controls mainframe computer systems, ensuring they run efficiently and without issues. They oversee batch processing, troubleshoot system errors, manage job scheduling, and perform routine maintenance. Their role is critical in maintaining uptime and performance for large-scale business operations. They also collaborate with IT teams to address system failures and optimize processes.

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

To thrive as a Mainframe Operator, you need a solid understanding of mainframe systems operations, batch processing, and problem-solving, often supported by an associate degree in IT or related experience. Familiarity with operating systems such as z/OS, job scheduling tools like CA-7 or Control-M, and knowledge of system monitoring utilities are typical requirements, with relevant certifications like IBM Mainframe Operator being a plus. Strong attention to detail, adaptability under pressure, and effective communication help operators excel in coordinating tasks and responding to issues. These skills ensure smooth, reliable mainframe operations that are critical for supporting core business functions.

What does a typical work shift look like for a Mainframe Operator?

A typical work shift for a Mainframe Operator can involve monitoring system performance, executing scheduled jobs, troubleshooting unexpected errors, and resolving user-reported issues. Many organizations operate their mainframes 24/7, so you may be expected to work evening, night, or weekend shifts as part of a rotating team. Collaboration with network administrators, systems programmers, and technical support staff is common to ensure system reliability and quick issue resolution. Throughout your shift, you'll need to document incidents and maintain communication logs for seamless transitions between shifts. This environment requires reliability, alertness, and a proactive approach to keeping core business processes running smoothly.
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Infographic showing various Mainframe Operator job openings in Florida as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 55% Full Time, and 45% Contract. Highlights an 85% In-person, 10% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,969 per year, or $39.9 per hour.
Mainframe Consultant- Capital Markets

Mainframe Consultant- Capital Markets

Donato Technologies, Inc

Lake Mary, FL • On-site

Contractor

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

We are looking to staff a MF position where the candidate needs to work from client location 4 days a week
  • Nashville, TN
  • Lake Mary, FL
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Sommerset, NJ

Role Description

Impact

  • Own the mainframe automation strategy and roadmap to improve reliability, detection, and recovery.
  • Scale automated solutions across infrastructure domains (batch, storage, networking, middleware) using APIs, orchestration, and infrastructure-as-code.
  • Architect and govern multi-site failover automation; maintain and test DR playbooks and runbooks.
  • Define and operationalize SLOs/SLIs, error budgets, and alerting standards; reduce MTTA/MTTR through event correlation and automated remediation.
  • Instill disciplined engineering: peer reviews, version control, change management gates, and automation standards aligned to risk/compliance.
  • Build and lead a high-performing team; develop talent in REXX, z/OS automation, DevOps, and integration.
  • Partner across platforms, applications, cyber, risk, and compliance to prioritize automation investments that reduce toil and operational risk.
  • Own KPIs and continuous improvement cycles; communicate performance, risks, and outcomes to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Technical leadership and hands-on guidance in:
    • Mainframe automation frameworks and system state management
    • Expert-level REXX scripting; deep z/OS operating environment expertise
    • Designing/supporting automated failover in multi-site environments
    • RESTful APIs and systems integration for orchestration
    • DevOps tooling (e.g., Jenkins including Zowe plug-in, Ansible) and CI/CD for mainframe workloads
    • ServiceNow ITSM workflows and automation
    • AIOps/event-management platforms (e.g., Moogsoft or equivalent)
    • SQL, JCL, ISPF/TSO and related toolchains
  • Governance, risk, and controls:
    • Strong change control discipline (Git, peer reviews, deployment safeguards)
    • High-quality documentation: runbooks, process/architecture standards
    • Alignment with audit and compliance requirements
  • Stakeholder and vendor management:
    • Partner with infrastructure leaders and vendors; drive outcomes via SLAs and measurable KPIs
    • Translate functional requirements into automation workflows; steward solution documentation and training
  • Operations ownership:
    • Troubleshoot and drive root-cause fixes; prepare detailed problem reports
    • Resilience/DR: hands-on experience with GDPS and Safeguarded Copy
    • Collaborate on performance tuning, capacity planning, and cost efficiency

Leadership Expectations

  • Lead engineers/SREs with clear objectives, coaching, and succession planning; foster documentation and knowledge sharing.
  • Shape automation standards across the technology services group; align priorities to business outcomes and risk posture.
  • Present strategy, results, and risks to senior technology leadership; influence cross-platform adoption.
  • Practice financial stewardship for tooling, licensing, and infrastructure; identify savings via automation and improved change success rates.

Qualifications

  • Extensive experience leading mainframe automation in large, multi-site enterprises
  • Expert REXX and deep z/OS knowledge with a track record of robust automation delivery
  • Demonstrated success implementing resilience/DR automation (GDPS, Safeguarded Copy)
  • Proficiency with DevOps tooling (Jenkins incl. Zowe plug-in, Ansible) and REST API integrations
  • ServiceNow ITSM automation; familiarity with AIOps/event correlation platforms
  • Strong SQL, JCL, ISPF/TSO; ability to mentor across these domains
  • Proven change management discipline (Git, peer reviews) and excellence in documentation/runbooks
  • Exceptional communication skills for complex topics, training, and stakeholder engagement
  • Experience owning KPIs, quarterly improvement cycles, and executive-level reporting

Donato Technologies Inc. is a trusted IT staffing, consulting, and software development partner headquartered in Dallas, Texas. We support clients across industries by understanding their unique business needs and delivering tailored technology and workforce solutions. Our focus is on connecting the right talent with the right opportunity-ensuring clients receive dependable, skilled professionals and candidates receive meaningful career growth and support. We work closely with small to mid-sized organizations to provide flexible, high-quality services that drive performance, innovation, and long-term success.