Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer Jobs in Minnesota

Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer jobs in Minnesota are open across Minneapolis, Eden Prairie, and Saint Paul and other Minnesota metros, with employers like Target, Optum, and Abbott hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles738+
Top employerTarget
Top cityMinneapolis, MN
Cities hiring71
Work type62% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Boston Scientific
Senior Systems Design Engineer
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Boston Scientific
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Senior Systems Design Engineer
Boston Scientific
Arden Hills, Minnesota
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Biomedical Engineering
Project Management
$85k - $162k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Infojini Inc
Senior Systems Developer
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Infojini Inc
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Senior Systems Developer
Infojini Inc
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Software Engineering
Data Engineering
Backend Engineering
On-Site
Associate's

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Synaptein Solutions inc
Senior System Engineer/Architect
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Synaptein Solutions inc
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Senior System Engineer/Architect
Synaptein Solutions inc
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Specialized Engineering
Software Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Embedded Systems Engineering
On-Site

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VAST Data
Senior Systems Engineer
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VAST Data
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Senior Systems Engineer
VAST Data
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Consulting & Professional Services
Solutions Engineering (Pre-Sales)
On-Site
None

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Target
Senior Systems Engineer
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Target
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Senior Systems Engineer
Target
Fridley, Minnesota
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Industrial Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
$73k - $132k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer Jobs by City in Minnesota

Where Minnesota roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Minneapolis
279 jobs
Eden Prairie
66 jobs
Saint Paul
42 jobs
Plymouth
35 jobs
Brooklyn Park
34 jobs
Minnetonka
29 jobs
Bloomington
27 jobs
Eagan
18 jobs
Wayzata
15 jobs

Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer Job Market in Minnesota

A snapshot from current Minnesota openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Target
    Target68
  • Optum
    Optum63
  • Abbott
    Abbott22
  • Cargill
    Cargill16
  • Ryan Companies US
    Ryan Companies US13

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services151
  • Retail84
  • Technology & Software78
  • Healthcare & Medical Services76
  • Construction & Real Estate41

What Minnesota Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in senior mainframe systems programmer jobs across Minnesota.

  • 5 or more years of hands-on z/OS systems programming experience in a production environment
  • Proficiency with IBM system software installation and maintenance using SMP/E
  • Experience configuring and supporting JES2 or JES3, VTAM, and TCP/IP on z/OS
  • Working knowledge of RACF, ACF2, or Top Secret for mainframe security administration
  • Familiarity with DFSMS, DASD management, and storage subsystem configuration
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field

Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions

How many senior mainframe systems programmer jobs are there in Minnesota?

There are 738+ senior mainframe systems programmer openings in Minnesota on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Minneapolis, Eden Prairie, and Saint Paul. New positions post regularly as employers across Minnesota hire.

How much do senior mainframe systems programmers make in Minnesota?

Senior mainframe systems programmers in Minnesota earn a median of about $107,250 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $52,740 for the lowest 10% to over $125,300 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Minnesota cities have the most senior mainframe systems programmer jobs?

Minneapolis, Eden Prairie, and Saint Paul have the most senior mainframe systems programmer openings in Minnesota right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire senior mainframe systems programmers in Minnesota?

Employers hiring senior mainframe systems programmers in Minnesota include Target, Optum, and Abbott, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote senior mainframe systems programmer jobs in Minnesota?

Yes. About 38% of senior mainframe systems programmer openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Minnesota metros.

How do I apply for senior mainframe systems programmer jobs in Minnesota?

You can apply to senior mainframe systems programmer jobs in Minnesota directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Minnesota location, then apply to each one that fits.

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