While the use of cloud-based systems for business enterprises continues to increase, not all IT infrastructure and systems can be based in the cloud. Mainframe System Programmers are still needed to run and maintain legacy on-premises servers and systems in many businesses and industries where cloud services just cannot be deployed effectively.

In general, Mainframe System Programmers take responsibility for implementing and maintaining an organization’s server computer, as well as performing updates and routine maintenance on the mainframe computer to prevent problems from arising. They accomplish this task by installing, testing, and updating hardware, software, and operating systems. Mainframe Systems Programmers often have extensive experience with older legacy systems and programming languages.

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