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System One

Senior Mainframe Engineer

Merrifield, VA · Remote

Senior Mainframe Engineer Location: remote Pay rate: open to W2 and established 1099s Position type ... The programmer must have a mainframe background and must have a minimum of 10 years of support ...

Hireblazer

Senior Mainframe IMS Programmer

Austin, TX · Remote

Role: Senior Mainframe IMS/Application Programmer Location: Austin, TX (100% Remote) Duration: 5 Months Summary: The client services of one (1) Developer/Programmer Analyst, Level 3, hereafter ...

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 ...

Hirekeyz Inc

Senior Mainframe Developer

Tampa, FL · On-site

Job Title: Senior Mainframe Developer Location : Tampa, FL (5 Days Onsite) Job Type: W-2/Full Time Exp-10 Years Role Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Mainframe Developer with deep ...

Cnx

Senior Mainframe Developer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$77K/yr

Senior Mainframe Developer We're Concentrix. The intelligent transformation partner. Solution-focused. Tech-powered. Intelligence-fueled. The global technology and services leader that powers the ...

Tech Mahindra

$100K - $110K/yr

Dearborn, MI (Hybrid) or Remote Position Summary Seeking an experienced Senior Mainframe Developer to support and modernize mission-critical financial and automotive applications that power global ...

Tech Mahindra

Sr. Mainframe Developer

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

Dearborn, MI (Hybrid) or Remote Position Summary Seeking an experienced Senior Mainframe Developer to support and modernize mission-critical financial and automotive applications that power global ...

PHX Agile LLC

Mainframe Developer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$51.25 - $65.75/hr

Senior Mainframe Developer 📍 Location: NJ, TX, GA, OH 💼 Experience: 13+ Years 📄 Contract / W2 Key Requirements: * Strong experience with COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS * Hands-on experience with ...

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How much do senior mainframe programmer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior mainframe programmer in the United States is $52.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.99 and $62.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Mainframe Programmer vs Mainframe Developer?

AspectSenior Mainframe ProgrammerMainframe Developer
CredentialsTypically requires a mainframe programming certification and several years of experienceOften requires similar certifications and experience, focusing on coding and development
Work EnvironmentWorks primarily on legacy mainframe systems within financial, insurance, or government sectorsDevelops and maintains mainframe applications, often in similar industries
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed by large corporations with mainframe infrastructureUsed interchangeably with mainframe programmer, focusing on application development

The main difference between a Senior Mainframe Programmer and a Mainframe Developer is primarily experience level and scope. Senior Mainframe Programmers often have more responsibilities, including overseeing projects and mentoring junior staff, while Mainframe Developers focus on coding and application creation. Both roles require similar credentials and are vital in industries relying on legacy mainframe systems.

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Infographic showing various Senior Mainframe Programmer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 8% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,736 per year, or $52.3 per hour.

Sr Mainframe Programmer

Chicago, IL • On-site

Ruri Software Technologies LLC
Software Development • 11 - 50 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Sr Mainframe Programmer
Location: Brookfield, WI Richfield, MN Chicago, IL Irving, TX Atlanta, GA(Hybrid)
Job Requirements:
- Resource should be hands on in Mainframe Technologies COBOL, VSAM, DB2, CICS, JCL
- Having knowledge in GIT and IDZ will be an additional advantage
Years of experience required: 8+
Years of Experience: 12.00 Years of Experience
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Danyal
danyal@rurisoft.com

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