[Hiring] Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer @Ensono

Role Description

As the Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer, you will provide support for on-going projects that require the installation, upgrade, testing, configuration, and implementation of all ISV software. Your responsibilities also include monitoring and on-call support for the software, research and evaluation of new software, assisting team members and other areas with technical questions and problem resolution.

You will have 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.

Key Areas of Focus for this Role

• Participate in On-call Schedule
• Incident / Problem resolution
• z/OS & Tools your main tasks are related to:
  • Incident, change and problem handling.
  • Configuration and customization.
  • Setup of parameters.
  • Communication with vendors.
  • Participation/contribution to technical projects.
• Solid understanding of z/OS and related product software z/OS.
• Ability to support in solving problems and implementing changes.
• Working knowledge of TSO/ISPF, SDSF, JCL.
• Good written and verbal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7+ years of experience within a mainframe environment within a large enterprise or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Bachelor’s degree required and/or equivalent work experience
• Knowledge and understanding of z/OS and z/OS installation and maintenance including SMP/E.
• Strong knowledge of TSO/ISPF, SDSF, JCL.
• Strong knowledge of Unix System Services (USS)
• Strong knowledge of Unix System Services (USS) file system management and security
• Ability to perform skill set of a Mainframe System Programmer
• Ability to perform moderately complex ISV installations
• Ability to work well as a team member.
• Stress resistant in case of Major Incident- and/or emergency situations.
• Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Customer Service skills at management level
• Good collaboration and teamwork skills
• Must be self-motivated.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Initiative and good learning abilities.

Requirements

• Knowledgeable in z/OS security.
• Knowledgeable in z/OS systems programming functions.
• Understand z/OS services structure, Parallel Sysplex, Catalog management.

Benefits

• Unlimited Paid Days Off
• Three health plan options
• 401k with company match
• Eligibility for dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life and AD&D coverage, and flexible spending accounts
• Family Forming Benefit including fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy reimbursement
• Paid childbearing and paternal leave
• Education Reimbursement, Student Loan Assistance or 529 College Funding
• Sabbatical leave
• Wellness program
• Flexible work schedule