What Is a Remote Mainframe and How to Become One

By ZipRecruiter Marketplace Research Team

Remote mainframe jobs include a variety of positions, including those in development, customer service, and system administration. In these roles, you may telecommute to monitor existing mainframe systems, help develop new software, secure a computer network, or otherwise manage and control the operations of the mainframe from home. Some remote mainframe jobs also involve coordinating with an on-site engineer to reprogram or adjust mainframe systems as necessary. This is a relatively broad job title that can refer to many different positions, so you may need to narrow your search to specific roles in order to get results that match your education and experience.

The primary qualifications for getting a remote mainframe job depend on the position but usually include a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and several years of experience working with mainframes. Many employers have a long list of other requirements for mainframe jobs, including familiarity with specific programming languages or software suites. Most of these are not truly requirements, and employers may be flexible about these as long as you can meet them soon after you get hired. Fulfilling the responsibilities and duties of a remote mainframe job requires research skills, programming skills, interpersonal skills, and sometimes additional licenses or certifications.