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How much does Mainframe Software Developer make?
Total pay range
$104K - $152K/yr
$125K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$89K - $123K/yrBase pay
$15K - $28K/yrAdditional pay
How accurate is a total pay range of $104K-$152K/yr?
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Last updated Apr 10, 202520 Salaries submitted
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Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
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Mainframe Software Developer
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1-3 years
$71K - $83K/yr
Denver, CO
submitted on Mar 15, 2025
$71K - $83K/yr
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Mainframe Software Developer
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4-6 years
$64K - $74K/yr
Cincinnati, OH
submitted on May 2, 2022
$64K - $74K/yr
Mainframe Software Developer
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0-1 year
$60K - $70K/yr
Atlanta, GA
submitted on Jan 9, 2022
$60K - $70K/yr
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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.
Frequently asked questions about Mainframe Software Developer salaries
The average salary for Mainframe Software Developer is $124,762 per year or $60 per hour, with top earners making up to $180,323 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $103,707 (25th percentile) to $151,741 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 20 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Mainframe Software Developer employees.
The highest salary for Mainframe Software Developer is $151,741 per year, $12,645 per month or $73 per hour.
The lowest salary for Mainframe Software Developer is $103,707 per year, $8,642 per month or $50 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Mainframe Software Developer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $121,039 per year (estimate) and goes up to $341,358 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.