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 Engineer salaries
The average salary for Mainframe Engineer is $135,173 per year or $65 per hour, with top earners making up to $234,040 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $101,816 (25th percentile) to $181,071 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 31 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Mainframe Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Mainframe Engineer is $181,071 per year, $15,089 per month or $87 per hour.
The lowest salary for Mainframe Engineer is $101,816 per year, $8,485 per month or $49 per hour.
Recent salaries shared by Mainframe Engineer
17 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Mainframe Engineer
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1-3 years
$57K - $67K/yr
Charlotte, NC
submitted on May 5, 2022
$57K - $67K/yr
Mainframe Engineer
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15+ years
$124K - $146K/yr
Seattle, WA
submitted on Mar 21, 2022
$124K - $146K/yr
Mainframe Engineer
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15+ years
$124K - $145K/yr
Chicago, IL
submitted on Jan 24, 2022
$124K - $145K/yr
Mainframe Engineer
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15+ years
$74K - $86K/yr
Jefferson City, MO
submitted on Jun 1, 2021
$74K - $86K/yr
Mainframe Engineer
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15+ years
$117K - $135K/yr
Dearborn, MI
submitted on Mar 4, 2021
$117K - $135K/yr
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