Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer – zOS, ISV
Ensono
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $80,000 - $148,000 per year
Job Level
Senior
Tech Stack
Unix
About the role
- The Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer provides support for on-going projects that require the installation, testing, and implementation of new z/OS operating systems and other 'system' software.
- Includes: Maintenance and debugging of systems software, Coordination with other technical teams (CICS, Database, Network, Hardware/Storage, etc) in accomplishing assigned tasks, Research and evaluation of new software and hardware products, Assisting team members and other areas with technical questions and problem resolution, Monitoring and tuning of systems software, Functional knowledge, use of z/OS components and detailed knowledge of support products such as tape management, scheduling, security, monitoring systems, and other z/OS supporting systems software.
- Note: This is not an Applications Programming position. .
- Position reports to Manager, Mainframe Systems Programming. .
- Installation and maintenance of Mainframe Systems Infrastructure software (including z/OS and/or ISV products) in support of Software Lifecycle Management
- Incident / Problem resolution
Requirements
- Minimum of 10+ years of experience within a mainframe environment within a large enterprise
- Bachelor’s degree required and/or equivalent work experience
- Knowledge and understanding of z/OS and z/OS installation and maintenance including SMP/E.
- Advanced knowledge of TSO/ISPF, SDSF, JCL.
- Advanced knowledge of Unix System Services (USS)
- Advanced knowledge of Unix System Services (USS) file system management and security
- Experience installing software within Unix System Services (USS)
- Ability to work well as a team member.
- Stress resistant in case of Major Incident- and/or emergency situations.
- Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Customer Service skills at management level
- Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
- Must be self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong communication skills to liaise with cross-functional teams as well as provide guidance to junior team members.
- Methodical and disciplined approach to work.
- Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities.
- Good planning and organizational skills.
- Initiative and good learning abilities.
Benefits
- Unlimited Paid Days Off
- Three health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield
- 401k with company match
- Eligibility for dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life and AD&D coverage, and flexible spending accounts
- Paid Maternity Leave, Paternity Leave, and Sabbatical Leave
- Education Reimbursement, Student Loan Assistance or 529 College Funding
- Enhanced fertility coverage
- Wellness program
- Flexible work schedule
- Depending on location, ability to take advantage of fitness centers
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
z/OSSMP/ETSOISPFSDSFJCLUnix System Servicesfile system managementsecuritysoftware installation
Soft skills
teamworkstress resistanceinterpersonal skillscommunication skillscustomer servicecollaborationself-motivationproject managementanalytical skillsproblem-solving
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree