[Hiring] Senior z/OS Data Communications System Programmer @DMS Vision

Role Description

The z/OS Data Communications System Programmer is responsible for the planning, design, configuration, implementation, and management of z/OS data communications systems and related ISV tools (including file transfer solutions). This role ensures system stability, performance, and compliance with enterprise standards, while collaborating with Operations, Development, and cross-functional teams to resolve issues and deliver scalable technical solutions that meet business needs.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in z/OS communication protocols
• Hands-on experience with communication monitoring tools
• Solid understanding of security interfaces and encryption methodologies
• In-depth knowledge of transmission methods and file transfer software
• Experience in problem determination, system dumps, and production support
• Ability to work with vendors and cross-functional technical teams

Requirements

• Perform problem determination, analysis, and resolution for z/OS communication systems
• Capture, analyze, and transmit system dumps; collaborate with vendor support when needed
• Partner with internal teams and stakeholders to validate technical requirements and support projects
• Support production rollouts and ensure system stability
• Work with capacity and performance teams to proactively prevent service issues
• Collaborate with operations teams to resolve incidents quickly and efficiently
• Participate in and support Disaster Recovery (DR) exercises
• Provide on-call support as required
• Ensure availability, performance, and reliability SLAs are consistently met
• Contribute to technical direction, strategy, and software evaluation
• Provide training and knowledge sharing to team members and stakeholders
• Offer informal project leadership for complex initiatives

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