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Mainframe Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50.50 - $65/hr

Mainframe Developer Location: Atlanta, GA / Vienna, VA / Chicago, IL - First Preference Position ... Direct and oversee technical teams throughout project lifecycles when required. * Quickly adapt ...

Palnar

Mainframe, Network Systems Programmer

$56.25 - $71.75/hr

Direct, TPX and JIRA a plus. Role & Responsibilities: * Mainframe Network Engineering will be ... supporting a firmwide initiative to enable encryption for all data in transit. * Our focus will be ...

DSNSearch

MAINFRAME NETWORK SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$53.50 - $68/hr

MAINFRAME NETWORK SYSTEMS ENGINEER (MID TO SENIOR LEAD LEVEL) MAINFRAME**TCP-IP**VTAM**Z/OS HYBRID ... CONNECT DIRECT * ISPF/TSO * LPAR COMMUNICATION * ROUTING PROTOCOLS, FIREWALL ~Company is unable to ...

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MAINFRAME NETWORK SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER

Hoboken, NJ · On-site

$60.25 - $76.50/hr

MAINFRAME NETWORK SYSTEMS ENGINEER (MID TO SENIOR LEAD LEVEL) MAINFRAME**TCP-IP**VTAM**Z/OS HYBRID ... CONNECT DIRECT * ISPF/TSO * LPAR COMMUNICATION * ROUTING PROTOCOLS, FIREWALL ~Company is unable to ...

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MAINFRAME NETWORK SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER

Orlando, FL · On-site

$51.25 - $65.25/hr

MAINFRAME NETWORK SYSTEMS ENGINEER (MID TO SENIOR LEAD LEVEL) MAINFRAME**TCP-IP**VTAM**Z/OS HYBRID ... CONNECT DIRECT * ISPF/TSO * LPAR COMMUNICATION * ROUTING PROTOCOLS, FIREWALL ~Company is unable to ...

Soteria Reinsurance Ltd.

WI · On-site

$44.75 - $57.75/hr

The Role As Director, Mainframe DB2 Performance & Capacity You will provide technical leadership for DB2 for z/OS performance, scalability, resiliency, and capacity management across Fidelity ...

Soteria Reinsurance Ltd.

$36.25 - $46.50/hr

The Role As Director, Mainframe DB2 Performance & Capacity You will provide technical leadership for DB2 for z/OS performance, scalability, resiliency, and capacity management across Fidelity ...

Judge Group, Inc.

Mainframe Developer

Malvern, PA · On-site

$48 - $61.75/hr

Our client is currently seeking a Mainframe Developer 1+ Year Contract Opportunity Malvern, PA ... direct authority By providing your phone number, you consent to: (1) receive automated text ...

Redolent, Inc.

Mainframe Developer (JFB)

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$42 - $54/hr

W2 ( direct candidate ) are preferred Sumamry * Ability to perform Mainframe Maintenance tasks including Patches, Security upgrades, OS upgrades, Cobol upgrades & IPL . * AR32 Test box patches. * MQ ...

IPolarity

NJ · On-site

$50.75 - $65.25/hr

Phoenix, AZ/Charlotte, NC/Plano, TX The candidates need to be a direct W2 and they need to work out of Chandler, AZ. Technical Skills: Mainframe Z/Os: COBOL, DB2, JCL, VSAM, CICS, Assembler, Working ...

Inceed

Mainframe Developer

Houston, TX · On-site

$46.75 - $60.25/hr

Mainframe Developer Compensation: $ 10000 - 110000 annually, depending on experience Location ... We are Inceed, a staffing direct placement firm who believes in the possibility of something better.

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for mainframes director in the United States is $86,136.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $113,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Mainframes Director vs Mainframes Systems Manager?

AspectMainframes DirectorMainframes Systems Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees mainframe operations, strategic planning, and team leadershipManages daily mainframe system administration and technical support
Required CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor’s degree in IT or related field, with certifications like IBM Certified System AdministratorSimilar credentials, often with certifications in mainframe systems and administration
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level environment, strategic focus, liaising with senior managementTechnical environment, hands-on system management, troubleshooting
Industry UsageUsed across finance, healthcare, and large enterprises with mainframe infrastructureCommonly found in organizations with extensive mainframe systems requiring daily management

The Mainframes Director focuses on strategic leadership and overall mainframe operations, while the Mainframes Systems Manager handles daily technical management and system support. Both roles require similar credentials and are vital in organizations relying on mainframe technology.

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Infographic showing various Mainframes Director job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,136 per year, or $41.4 per hour.

Mainframe Developer

Chicago, IL • On-site

Georgia IT
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$50.50 - $65/hr

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Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Mainframe Developer Location: Atlanta, GA / Vienna, VA / Chicago, IL – First Preference
Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Developer with 12–15 years of experience in COBOL-based mainframe development and strong expertise in FIS Core Banking Systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with RM, GN, IM, AM, and SC modules and will be responsible for developing, supporting, troubleshooting, and managing core banking applications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, enhance, and maintain mainframe applications using COBOL, CICS, DB2, and JCL.

  • Develop and implement solutions following established SDLC methodologies.

  • Provide expert-level technical support for FIS Core Banking Systems, including RM, GN, IM, AM, and SC.

  • Analyze and resolve production incidents and application issues using a proactive ownership approach.

  • Troubleshoot complex technical problems and identify root causes and appropriate solutions.

  • Work closely with business users, technical teams, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver solutions.

  • Direct and oversee technical teams throughout project lifecycles when required.

  • Quickly adapt priorities based on changing business and project needs.

  • Present technical findings, analysis, and recommendations clearly to stakeholders.

  • Maintain strong attention to detail, documentation, and organizational standards.

Required Qualifications

  • 12–15 years of Mainframe development experience.

  • Strong hands-on experience with:

    • COBOL

    • CICS

    • DB2

    • JCL

  • Extensive experience with FIS Core Banking Systems, including:

    • RM

    • GN

    • IM

    • AM

    • SC

  • Proven experience in application troubleshooting, incident resolution, and production support.

  • Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and enterprise application development.

  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.

  • Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong presentation, documentation, and organizational skills.

  • Experience leading or overseeing technical teams through project lifecycles.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working within the credit union or banking industry.

  • Experience supporting core banking applications in production environments.

  • Strong understanding of financial services business processes.

  • Experience working with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders.

Key Skills

COBOL | CICS | DB2 | JCL | FIS Core Banking | RM | GN | IM | AM | SC | Mainframe | Production Support | Incident Management | SDLC | Troubleshooting | Technical Leadership

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A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ORGANIZATION WITH A VISION OF DELIVERING SIMPLE AFFORDABLE, SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS FOR COMPLEX PROBLEMS WITH INTEGRITY. OUR GOAL IS TO ACHIEVE ALL THIS IN A COLLABRATIVE APPROACH WITH ALL PARTIES INVOLVED IN DELIVERING SOLUTIONS/PRODUCTS.

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Headquarters location

Alpharetta, GA, US

Year founded

2007

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