Expert Mainframe Systems Programmer - zOS

1 week, 3 days ago
Full-time
Lead
DevOps and Infrastructure
Ensono

Ensono

Ensono provides comprehensive hybrid IT solutions and governance, enabling businesses to navigate complexity and modernize their technology infrastructure, from cloud services to mainframe systems, tailored to each client's unique journey.

IT Services
1K-5K
Founded 1969

Description

  • Provide support for the installation, testing, and implementation of new z/OS operating systems and other systems software.
  • Maintain, debug, monitor, and tune systems software in mainframe environments.
  • Research and evaluate new software and hardware products for potential use.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert and main point of contact for key projects and initiatives.
  • Provide thought leadership on future automation strategy, including tools, best practices, and process improvements.
  • Participate in on-call coverage and respond to incidents and major problems.
  • Handle incident, change, and problem management for z/OS and related tools.
  • Configure and customize z/OS components, including parameters, PARMLIB, and JES2.
  • Communicate with vendors and coordinate with cross-functional or multidisciplinary teams to resolve issues.
  • Support problem resolution and implementation of changes across z/OS environments.

Requirements

  • 15+ years of experience in a mainframe environment within a large enterprise, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree required, or equivalent work experience.
  • Knowledge of z/OS and z/OS installation and maintenance, including SMP/E.
  • Advanced knowledge of TSO/ISPF, SDSF, and JCL.
  • Advanced knowledge of Unix System Services (USS).
  • Advanced knowledge of USS file system management and security.
  • Experience installing software within Unix System Services (USS).
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to work with cross-functional teams and junior team members.
  • Strong collaboration, teamwork, analytical, planning, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work under stress during major incidents or emergency situations.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work in a self-motivated, disciplined manner.
  • Preferred qualifications include experience with z/OS security, DB2, CICS, IMS, Parallel Sysplex, catalog management, complex ISV installations, and leading or mentoring on complex projects.

Benefits

  • Unlimited Paid Days Off.
  • Three health plan options.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D coverage, and flexible spending accounts.
  • Family forming benefits, including fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy reimbursement.
  • Paid childbearing and paternal leave.
  • Education reimbursement, student loan assistance, or 529 college funding.
  • Sabbatical leave and a wellness program.
  • Flexible work schedule.
  • Annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance.
  • Equity grant under the Associate Equity Appreciation Program.
  • Salary range of $105,000 to $183,000 per year, based on a full-time schedule.

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