How much does Mainframe Developer make?

The average salary for Mainframe Developer is $126,281 per year or $61 per hour, with top earners making up to $195,496 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $101,207 (25th percentile) to $159,446 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 623 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Mainframe Developer employees.

What is the highest salary for Mainframe Developer?

The highest salary for Mainframe Developer is $159,446 per year, $13,287 per month or $77 per hour.

What is the lowest salary for Mainframe Developer?

The lowest salary for Mainframe Developer is $101,207 per year, $8,434 per month or $49 per hour.

What is the Salary Trend for Mainframe Developers?

Mainframe developers are paid well above average, often receiving six-figure salaries. The pay range reflects the demand for their skillset and the profitability of the products they develop. Candidates with prior experience in the field or higher levels of education generally receive higher salaries. Pay is expected to grow as the digital transformation reaches a global level. java developers can further increase their total pay by pursuing freelance consulting opportunities. Powered by Glassdoor Economic Research

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How much does Developer Mainframe make?

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$101K - $159K/yr

$126K/yrMedian total pay

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$82K - $124K/yrBase pay

$19K - $36K/yrAdditional pay

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What is the pay outlook for Engineering?

Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.

Mainframe Developer salary in US

A Mainframe Developer salary range in US can vary based on important factors such as education, skills, certifications, and years of experience. A Mainframe Developer in US can expect to see an entry level salary range of $69,257 to $145,588 per year, based on 713 salary contributions. At the highest seniority level, an experienced Mainframe Developer in US can make a salary range of $79,417 to $127,736 with at least 5 years of experience, based on 9 salary contributions. The top 3 companies in US where a Mainframe Developer gets the highest compensation are Verizon Communications Inc., Morgan Stanley and Pyramid Consulting Inc.. Bigger companies typically pay 35.00% more than smaller companies for a Mainframe Developer.

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