Overview
Responsible for designing and maintaining the operating environment that powers the Firm's z-platform computing infrastructure. This role ensures high availability, performance, and scalability to meet evolving business needs.
Key Skills
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
- Hands‐on expertise in z/OS internals
- Strong knowledge and hands‐on experience with catalog management
- Proven troubleshooting skills, especially in high‐pressure production outage scenarios
- Proficiency in USS/OMVS
- Experience with z/OS and ISV software installations
- Advanced testing capabilities (designing tests for functionality, robustness, and performance)
- Solid understanding of HCD and hardware configuration
- Programming experience in REXX
- Availability for weekend support and on‐call rotation
- Familiarity with modern z/OS technologies such as zOSMF, REST APIs, Kafka, Ansible, Python (preferred)
- Assembler skills for usermod maintenance and dump analysis (desirable but not mandatory)
Key Attributes
- Self‐motivated and collaborative team player
- Strong analytical and investigative mindset with creative problem‐solving abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Seniority level
Mid‐Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
Mainframe Programmer in Ottawa employer: LanceSoft, Inc.
As an Enterprise Digital Transformation Specialist, you will thrive in a dynamic work environment that champions innovation and collaboration. Our company prioritizes employee growth through continuous learning opportunities and a supportive culture that values diverse perspectives. Located in a vibrant city, we offer unique advantages such as access to cutting-edge technology and a network of industry leaders, making it an excellent place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
