Salary
💰 $109,000 - $182,400 per year
About the role
- Install, maintain, and customize z/OS operating systems and 3rd party ISV system software
- Prepare and install system software including OS and 3rd party packages following vendor and location-specific procedures
- Perform problem determination and resolution, capture/transmit system dumps, apply fixes and patches, coordinate testing and implementation
- Collaborate with Operations, Development, capacity and performance teams to address incidents, performance issues, and production roll-outs
- Automate operational processes such as IPLs, Cold Loads, and dump processing
- Provide informal project management and training to clients and colleagues
- Assist Operations Engineering zSeries leaders in reviewing software requirements and establishing technical direction and business strategy
- Support mainframe hardware upgrades to the latest technology
Requirements
- 7+ years' experience with installing ISV software from vendors such as Broadcom, BMC, Precisely
- 6+ years' experience with JCL, UNIX Shell, IBM system utilities, zSeries, z/OS and MVS
- 6+ years' experience with software installation and customization
- 5+ years' experience with system performance, capacity planning and disaster recovery
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education, military, and work experience
- Experience installing ISV software from vendors such as Broadcom, BMC, Precisely
- Knowledge of key subsystems such as DB2, CICS, MQ, HSM, DASD and Tape devices, Catalogs, Coupling Facilities, and Sysplexes
- Relevant certifications in mainframe technologies and performance management (preferred)
- In-depth knowledge of mainframe architecture, operating systems (e.g., IBM z/OS), and job control languages (e.g., JCL)
- Ability to work with vendor technical support and capture/transmit system dumps
- Requires use of a computer and audio equipment
- Annual incentive opportunity (may be delivered as a mix of cash bonus and equity awards)
- Remote work
- Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities (contact AskHR.US@fiserv.com)
- Equal Opportunity Employer (inclusive hiring practices)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
z/OSJCLUNIX ShellIBM system utilitieszSeriesMVSDB2CICSMQHSM
Soft skills
project managementtrainingcollaborationproblem determinationcommunication
Certifications
mainframe technologiesperformance management