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Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer roles in financial services, insurance, and government contracting regularly qualify for STEM OPT's 24-month extension, giving you up to 36 months of F-1 work authorization. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your STEM degree in computer science, information systems, or a related CIP-coded field must align with the role.
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Posting Number PG194541EP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title IT Systems Programmer Sr.
Anticipated Hiring Range $95,000 - $112,505
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department Shared Services
About the Department
The Office of Information Technology’s (OIT) Identity and Web Services team operates and maintains NC State’s enterprise-level public-facing web infrastructure, develops custom-to-NC State tools for use by campus units, and creates interfaces for connecting WordPress websites to other enterprise applications. The team is responsible for life-cycle management, maintenance, and support of the web servers delivering content for the NCSU web presence at www.ncsu.edu as well as web servers delivering content for most academic and administrative web environments on campus. The team is also responsible for the development, maintenance, and support of Identity Management, Shibboleth web authentication, and Splunk log analysis environments as well as system administration of the University Google environment.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Flexible Spending Account
Retirement Programs
Disability Plans
Life Insurance
Accident Plan
Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
12 Holidays Each Year
Tuition and Academic Assistance
And so much more!
Attain work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties
Provides the technical leadership and expertise necessary for the creation, administration and maintenance of middleware, integration, database and systems software infrastructure to support the processes and strategic initiatives of the University.
The position will also participate in the design and management of the web server infrastructure, develop custom integrations with campus systems, and collaborate on other application development projects within the unit while also being responsible for collaboration with the campus web community on shared endeavors.
This includes being responsible for providing architectural and technical guidance along with Tier 3 support of the University’s Google Workspace environment.
This position develops technical solutions and system integrations where appropriate to provide automation, scalability and support of the operational/functional needs of multiple environments while participating in and providing technical leadership and support to various teams.
The position interacts with customers and other technical staff to develop business processes that address customer needs in a secure and scalable manner. Key relationships will be with the NCSU Help Desk, the Google Services Team, and OIT’s Security & Compliance Unit.
Other Responsibilities
This position collects and utilizes appropriate environment, system and subsystem parameters, usage and runtime data from data performance tools, history reports and application architecture to analyze and report system performance. Additionally, the position also negotiates time and priorities to achieve problem resolution.
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience in operations analysis and design, systems programming, or closely related area; or a Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of experience in operations analysis and design, systems programming or closely related area from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of experience in operations analysis and design, systems programming, or closely related area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other Required Qualifications
Demonstrated proficiency in multiple programming languages including PHP and JavaScript
Experience working with modern PHP eg. (Laravel, Symfony) and JavaScript frameworks (eg. React, Vue) and NodeJS.
Experience in relational SQL database use and design.
Experience with Git / GitHub (or equivalent version control system) and working within a team setting, implementing branching strategies.
Experience with developing and consuming RESTful APIs.
Experience with administration of Google Workspace.
Knowledge of web and accessibility standards (e.g. W3C, WCAG 2.1, HTML, CSS).
Effective verbal and written communication skills in both technical and non-technical subjects.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience writing PHP unit tests, end-to-end tests, and/or configuring visual regression testing for websites or applications.
Experience with Linux-based configuration management technologies (ex: Puppet, Chef, Ansible).
Experience with infrastructure implementations in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or similar IaaS cloud environments (AWS, Azure), preferably using Infrastructure as code (IaC) technologies, such as Terraform.
Experience with creation of CI/CD pipelines for image creation and deployment, preferably in a kubernetes environment.
Experience writing both technical and end-user focused documentation.
Experience leading training workshops and public speaking.
* Experience providing customer support.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required No
Commercial Driver's License required No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date 04/01/2026
Anticipated Close Date Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Along with your completed application, please include a resume.
Position Details
Position Number 00046366
Position Type EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies
Department ID 517101 - Shared Services
EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Posting Information
Posting Number PG194541EP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title IT Systems Programmer Sr.
Anticipated Hiring Range $95,000 - $112,505
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department Shared Services
About the Department
The Office of Information Technology’s (OIT) Identity and Web Services team operates and maintains NC State’s enterprise-level public-facing web infrastructure, develops custom-to-NC State tools for use by campus units, and creates interfaces for connecting WordPress websites to other enterprise applications. The team is responsible for life-cycle management, maintenance, and support of the web servers delivering content for the NCSU web presence at www.ncsu.edu as well as web servers delivering content for most academic and administrative web environments on campus. The team is also responsible for the development, maintenance, and support of Identity Management, Shibboleth web authentication, and Splunk log analysis environments as well as system administration of the University Google environment.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Flexible Spending Account
Retirement Programs
Disability Plans
Life Insurance
Accident Plan
Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
12 Holidays Each Year
Tuition and Academic Assistance
And so much more!
Attain work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties
Provides the technical leadership and expertise necessary for the creation, administration and maintenance of middleware, integration, database and systems software infrastructure to support the processes and strategic initiatives of the University.
The position will also participate in the design and management of the web server infrastructure, develop custom integrations with campus systems, and collaborate on other application development projects within the unit while also being responsible for collaboration with the campus web community on shared endeavors.
This includes being responsible for providing architectural and technical guidance along with Tier 3 support of the University’s Google Workspace environment.
This position develops technical solutions and system integrations where appropriate to provide automation, scalability and support of the operational/functional needs of multiple environments while participating in and providing technical leadership and support to various teams.
The position interacts with customers and other technical staff to develop business processes that address customer needs in a secure and scalable manner. Key relationships will be with the NCSU Help Desk, the Google Services Team, and OIT’s Security & Compliance Unit.
Other Responsibilities
This position collects and utilizes appropriate environment, system and subsystem parameters, usage and runtime data from data performance tools, history reports and application architecture to analyze and report system performance. Additionally, the position also negotiates time and priorities to achieve problem resolution.
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience in operations analysis and design, systems programming, or closely related area; or a Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of experience in operations analysis and design, systems programming or closely related area from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of experience in operations analysis and design, systems programming, or closely related area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other Required Qualifications
Demonstrated proficiency in multiple programming languages including PHP and JavaScript
Experience working with modern PHP eg. (Laravel, Symfony) and JavaScript frameworks (eg. React, Vue) and NodeJS.
Experience in relational SQL database use and design.
Experience with Git / GitHub (or equivalent version control system) and working within a team setting, implementing branching strategies.
Experience with developing and consuming RESTful APIs.
Experience with administration of Google Workspace.
Knowledge of web and accessibility standards (e.g. W3C, WCAG 2.1, HTML, CSS).
Effective verbal and written communication skills in both technical and non-technical subjects.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience writing PHP unit tests, end-to-end tests, and/or configuring visual regression testing for websites or applications.
Experience with Linux-based configuration management technologies (ex: Puppet, Chef, Ansible).
Experience with infrastructure implementations in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or similar IaaS cloud environments (AWS, Azure), preferably using Infrastructure as code (IaC) technologies, such as Terraform.
Experience with creation of CI/CD pipelines for image creation and deployment, preferably in a kubernetes environment.
Experience writing both technical and end-user focused documentation.
Experience leading training workshops and public speaking.
* Experience providing customer support.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required No
Commercial Driver's License required No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date 04/01/2026
Anticipated Close Date Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Along with your completed application, please include a resume.
Position Details
Position Number 00046366
Position Type EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies
Department ID 517101 - Shared Services
EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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Verify your degree's CIP code eligibility
Check the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List to confirm your computer science, electrical engineering, or information systems degree carries an eligible CIP code before targeting mainframe roles. A mismatched CIP code can disqualify your extension application even if your skills fit the job.
Target industries with active mainframe workloads
Focus your search on financial institutions, insurance carriers, federal agencies, and large healthcare payers. These sectors run legacy COBOL and z/OS environments that justify dedicated mainframe headcount and have HR teams experienced with E-Verify enrollment and OPT work authorization paperwork.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting any offer
Ask HR directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before you sign. You can also cross-check by requesting their E-Verify company ID. An employer that isn't enrolled cannot legally employ you under STEM OPT, and retroactive enrollment after your start date doesn't remedy the gap.
Build your I-983 training plan around z/OS deliverables
Draft your I-983 training plan with specific, measurable objectives tied to mainframe work: COBOL module migration, JCL automation, RACF security implementation, or performance tuning on z/OS. Generic training language gets flagged by DSOs; role-specific milestones demonstrate a genuine employer-supervised learning relationship.
Use Migrate Mate to find E-Verify verified employers
Search Migrate Mate for Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer openings filtered to employers already enrolled in E-Verify. This removes the manual verification step and surfaces companies with documented OPT sponsorship history, so you can focus interviews on technical fit rather than authorization logistics.
Negotiate your start date around cap-gap protection
If your OPT expires before October 1 and an H-1B petition is filed on your behalf, cap-gap rules extend your work authorization automatically. Coordinate your mainframe role start date and any internal project handoffs with this timeline so a gap in authorization doesn't interrupt a critical system cutover.
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Does a Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, provided your degree is in an eligible STEM field such as computer science, computer engineering, or information systems and carries an approved CIP code on the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List. The role itself must also constitute a legitimate training opportunity with a direct connection to your degree field, documented in your I-983 training plan.
How do I find Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer jobs where the employer is already enrolled in E-Verify?
Migrate Mate filters job listings to employers with verified E-Verify enrollment, which is a legal requirement for STEM OPT positions. You can also ask HR for the company's E-Verify company ID or check directly with E-Verify before accepting an offer. Confirming enrollment before your start date protects your work authorization status.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a mainframe systems programmer position?
Your I-983 must list specific, measurable learning objectives tied to your day-to-day mainframe work, such as optimizing batch job scheduling in JCL, developing COBOL applications, administering z/OS system resources, or implementing RACF security controls. Both you and your employer supervisor must sign it, and your DSO must approve it before your STEM OPT extension begins.
What STEM degrees make me eligible for STEM OPT in a mainframe systems programmer role?
Degrees in computer science, computer engineering, information systems, electrical engineering, or applied mathematics typically qualify, provided the CIP code appears on the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List. A degree in a non-STEM field like business administration would not qualify, even if your coursework included programming. Verify your specific CIP code with your DSO before applying.
How does cap-gap protection apply if my OPT expires while I'm working as a mainframe systems programmer?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your OPT expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap rules automatically extend your F-1 work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working in your mainframe role during this period without interruption, as long as your employer maintains your employment and the petition remains pending.
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