z/OS Mainframe Systems Programmer

Overview

In this role you will manage and optimize IBM z/OS environments for enterprise-scale operations. You will work within the enterprise infrastructure team to install, upgrade, configure, and maintain z/OS and associated system software, emphasizing high availability and disaster recovery. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure platform stability, performance, and security, while mentoring junior engineers and participating in after-hours activities for upgrades and maintenance.

This opportunity offers impact through mission-critical mainframe environments in financial services, with a clear focus on reliability, automation, and continuous improvement.

• comprehensive benefits package

• Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain IBM z/OS operating systems
• Manage and support IBM and CA/Broadcom system software across enterprise environments
• Plan and execute OS upgrades and maintenance using SMP/E
• Administer Parallel Sysplex to ensure high availability and performance
• Monitor performance, capacity planning, and resource optimization
• Troubleshoot complex system-level issues involving z/OS, middleware, and infrastructure
• Collaborate with application support, security, and operations teams to ensure stability
• Implement maintenance, fixes, service packs, and vendor updates
• Support disaster recovery, business continuity, and high-availability initiatives
• Maintain security controls and ensure compliance with standards
• Create technical documentation and runbooks
• Participate in root cause analysis and problem management
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior team members
• Support production implementations and planned maintenance, including off-hours and weekends when required

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in z/OS Systems Programming
• Deep knowledge of z/OS OS, SMP/E, TSO/ISPF, USS, SDSF, JCL, RACF
• Strong expertise in Parallel Sysplex implementation and administration
• Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining IBM and CA/Broadcom mainframe products
• Experience in large enterprise environments, preferably Banking/Financial Services
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to independently manage complex technical tasks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience supporting mission-critical production environments with stringent SLA requirements

• excellent communication
• analytical thinking
• collaboration with cross-functional teams
• z/OS
• SMP/E
• TSO/ISPF