Senior Mainframe Developer Jobs in Kentucky
Senior Mainframe Developer jobs in Kentucky are open across Louisville, Lexington, and Frankfort and other Kentucky metros, with employers like University of Kentucky, American Eagle Outfitters, and CVS Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Role: Web Architect
Location: Louisville, KY
Duration: 10+ Months
Responsibilities:
The Web Architect will provide technical direction, thought leadership, and hands-on support for digital products, lead the industry in exploring, creating, and supporting highest-quality, "customer first" experiences in various digital channels. This role is part of a team accountable for the conception, design, development, testing, implementation, and support of various business-critical applications many of which are customer-facing. Specifically, the focus for this role will be our responsive website channel. This role is responsible for the reference architecture and solution design relative to these digital assets, through deep participation in the product engineering life-cycle. A successful candidate will also be able to directly support the broader team in bringing the technical designs to life through working software.
Should support budgeted Digital Initiatives, including Digital Foundation features, Web Chat, Website Accessibility, Account Management and Specials initiatives.
Technical Skills:
- Linux
- Java
- Javascript
- CSS
- Web Content Mgmt.
- REST
- SOAP
- HP-UX
- Performance Optimization
- Mentoring
- Testing
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Senior Mainframe Developer Job Market in Kentucky
A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- University of Kentucky27

- American Eagle Outfitters11

- CVS Health10

- Norton Healthcare10

- Humana9

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services40
- Consulting & Professional Services32
- Education28
- Technology & Software25
- Retail22
What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior mainframe developer jobs across Kentucky.
- Five or more years of COBOL or PL/I development on IBM z/OS mainframe environments
- Proficiency with JCL, CICS, DB2, VSAM, and batch job scheduling tools such as CA-7 or TWS
- Experience with IBM Rational Developer for z Systems or similar mainframe IDEs
- Ability to analyze, debug, and optimize large-scale legacy batch and online transaction systems
- Familiarity with mainframe security frameworks including RACF, ACF2, or Top Secret
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical discipline
Senior Mainframe Developer Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How many senior mainframe developer jobs are there in Kentucky?
There are 252+ senior mainframe developer openings in Kentucky on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Louisville, Lexington, and Frankfort. New positions post regularly as employers across Kentucky hire.
How much do senior mainframe developers make in Kentucky?
Senior mainframe developers in Kentucky earn a median of about $109,010 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $76,310 for the lowest 10% to over $168,110 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Kentucky cities have the most senior mainframe developer jobs?
Louisville, Lexington, and Frankfort have the most senior mainframe developer openings in Kentucky right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire senior mainframe developers in Kentucky?
Employers hiring senior mainframe developers in Kentucky include University of Kentucky, American Eagle Outfitters, and CVS Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote senior mainframe developer jobs in Kentucky?
Yes. About 17% of senior mainframe developer openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Kentucky metros.
How do I apply for senior mainframe developer jobs in Kentucky?
You can apply to senior mainframe developer jobs in Kentucky directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Kentucky location, then apply to each one that fits.
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