Z/OS Systems Programmer

A leading name in global IT require a z/OS Systems Programmer.

Responsible for administration and support OF Z/OS IN A PARALLEL SYSPLEX ENVIRONMENT on the Mainframe. In addition to the operating systems software including z/OS/MVS, CICS, VTAM, RACF, TSO/ISPF, system utilities, Mainframe logical partitions (LPAR), and software development libraries (Cobol, JCL, PROC, PARM, copybooks).

RESPONSIBLE FOR

Install, test and implement Mainframe system software and hardware components while maintaining a stable operating system environment for business applications. Provide technical support to Computer Operations, Applications Delivery and other users of the Mainframe systems in areas related to program coding, performance and the use of z/OS tools and utilities.

Plans and implements corporate strategies for new technology, and assists with development of corporate technology standards.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Works closely with systems programmers in DB2, CICS, Networking and WebSphere groups. 

Works well independently and with others with minimal supervision.

KEY TASKS

Keeps software versions current and applies maintenance and new releases as necessary to keep software under existing maintenance agreements.

Performs system backups and recovery.
Maintains data files and monitors system configuration to ensure data integrity. Supports new systems and existing applications developed in-house or those supplied by 3rd party vendors.
Develops, plans, and implements the overall strategic goals of an organization's Mainframe software infrastructure.
Evaluates and recommends changes to current and future system software requirements to meet the organization's needs.

Provide on-call support as required by the client
Establishes and meets service level agreements with clients.

Insures system performance, redundancy, and fault tolerance.
Monitors and establishes procedures to maximize productivity and to minimize the occurrence of errors.
Works with other internal departments to understand current and future projects to insure the systems programming infrastructure is able to meet the demands of future growth.
In depth knowledge of project planning and management techniques, plus the ability to effectively communicate, both verbal and written, to staff and executive management.

CORE SKILLS

This to include working knowledge of z/OS internals, SMP/E, IPCS, JES2, TSO/E, ISPF/PDF, JCL, LE, IDCAMS, DADSM, VSAM, SMS, and z/OS system software. Ability to debug system software problems by analysing system dumps in both hardcopy and IPCS format. Ability to communicate with vendor to resolve problems.

GDPS, XRC, PPRC and SAZOS (AOC)

Familiar with Coupling Facility structures, CF policies, ICF, memory requirements, data sharing and hardware configurations for coupled environments.

QUALIFICATIONS

BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN COMPUTING PREFERRED.

15 + YEARS OF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AS Z/OS (MVS OR OS/390) SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER.