Mainframe developer
Delaware, OH · On-site
$46.50 - $59.75/hr
Application Architect - Hybrid
Columbus, OH · On-site
$80 - $90/hr
DBA Level II (DB2 for z/OS and SQL)
Marysville, OH · On-site
$46 - $57.50/hr
AVP, Infrastructure & Operations
Columbus, OH · On-site
$180 - $240/hr
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The qualifications that you need to become a mainframe architect include a computer-related degree and experience. You can start on this career path by earning at least a bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or information technology. Because of their duties, architects need experience in all phases of the development process, from planning to coding to debugging to testing. In addition to academic credentials, you also need skills in coding systems and frameworks, such as SQL, COBOL, and JCL. Your responsibilities include coordinating with other members of the development team, so you need communication skills and knowledge of development frameworks, such as Agile.
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