Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer Jobs in Ohio

Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer jobs in Ohio are open across Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland and other Ohio metros, with employers like KeyBank, Amazon, and Osborn Engineering hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles1,082+
Top employerKeyBank
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring138
Work type79% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Schneider Electric
Senior Systems Service Engineer
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Schneider Electric
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Senior Systems Service Engineer
Schneider Electric
Cleveland, Ohio
Technical Product & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$130k/yr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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OhioHealth
Senior Systems Analyst
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OhioHealth
Added 4mo ago
Senior Systems Analyst
OhioHealth
Columbus, Ohio
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
Healthcare Administration
Business Analyst
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Kloud9 IT, Inc.
Sr. Systems Administrator
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Sr. Systems Administrator
Kloud9 IT, Inc.
Columbus, Ohio
IT Support & Systems Administration
Cloud & DevOps
Cybersecurity
IT Support
Systems Administration
On-Site
None
11-50

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OhioHealth
Senior Epic Systems Analyst
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OhioHealth
Added 2d ago
Senior Epic Systems Analyst
OhioHealth
Columbus, Ohio
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
Healthcare Administration
Business Analyst
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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HDR
Senior Control Systems Engineer
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HDR
Added 1w ago
Senior Control Systems Engineer
HDR
Columbus, Ohio
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Project & Program Management
Quality Control
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
$120k - $171k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Columbus
287 jobs
Cincinnati
173 jobs
Cleveland
129 jobs
Akron
37 jobs
Dublin
37 jobs
New Albany
22 jobs
Dayton
16 jobs
Mason
16 jobs
Toledo
15 jobs

Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

  • KeyBank
    KeyBank32
  • Amazon
    Amazon30
  • Osborn Engineering
    Osborn Engineering23
  • JPMorganChase
    JPMorganChase17
  • KPMG
    KPMG17

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services213
  • Technology & Software99
  • Healthcare & Medical Services87
  • Banking & Financial Services82
  • Manufacturing78

What Ohio Employers Look For

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

  • 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 Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 1,082+ senior mainframe systems programmer openings in Ohio on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland. New positions post regularly as employers across Ohio hire.

How much do senior mainframe systems programmers make in Ohio?

Senior mainframe systems programmers in Ohio earn a median of about $85,270 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $51,030 for the lowest 10% to over $134,370 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

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

Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland have the most senior mainframe systems programmer openings in Ohio right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire senior mainframe systems programmers in Ohio?

Employers hiring senior mainframe systems programmers in Ohio include KeyBank, Amazon, and Osborn Engineering, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote senior mainframe systems programmer jobs in Ohio?

Yes. About 21% of senior mainframe systems programmer openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Ohio metros.

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

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

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