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How much does a Mainframe Developer II make in the United States? The average Mainframe Developer II salary in the United States is $80,290 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $70,590 and $92,890. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Mainframe Developer II Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Mainframe Developer II Salary $61,759 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Mainframe Developer II Salary $70,590 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Mainframe Developer II Salary $80,290 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Mainframe Developer II Salary $92,890 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Mainframe Developer II Salary $104,362 US March 26, 2024
25% $70,590 10% $61,759 90% $104,362 75% $92,890 $80,290 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Mainframe Developer II maintains and develops online and batch application programs. Reviews, analyzes, and modifies programming systems including encoding, testing, debugging and installing for a large-scale mainframe computer system. Being a Mainframe Developer II works with project members to develop specifications, diagrams and flowcharts. Develops and implements a disaster recovery plan. In addition, Mainframe Developer II may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a project leader or manager. Being a Mainframe Developer II gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Working as a Mainframe Developer II typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Mainframe Developer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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