At a Glance
- Tasks: Upgrade and maintain z/OS systems while providing technical support and problem resolution.
- Company: Global IT services company offering a fully remote work environment.
- Benefits: Permanent position with competitive salary and flexible remote work options.
- Other info: 24/7 on-call support in a collaborative, supportive team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and enhance your skills in cutting-edge mainframe technology.
- Qualifications: 7+ years as a z/OS Systems Programmer with strong problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 103500 - 126500 $ per year.
About the job Mainframe z/OS System Programmer - Remote
Our client, the global IT services company is hiring for the Sr. z/OS Systems Programmer position. This is a permanent, full-timerole, 100% remote position.
The z/OS Systems Programmer provides the ability to upgrade, modify, and maintain the operating system through in-depth knowledge of OS programming and software packaging.
The ideal candidate can Implement software zaps to extend 3P software, install MVS software into the SOS repository, and create I/O configuration requests on demand.
The z/OS Systems Programmer must provide technical support and problem resolution for the following (but not limited to): /OS upgrade support, CPU Hardware Refresh, product upgrades, MVS Prod Admin requests, complex profiles, and OMVS/Webserver/HTTP/USS Server activities.
Essential Job Functions
- Install MVS software into SOS repository
- Expert in Software Packaging and using SMPE
- Implement software following required change process
- Execute MOM tickets in preparation for Maintenance IPL's
- Complete MVS Product Administration Requests
- Complete MVS tasks for system recovery in DR Drills
- Skilled in applying license keys for product products
- Incident/Problem/Change/Software Asset Mgmt (ITIL)
- Complete z/OS builds and supporting changes for Refresh projects
- Complete MVS tasks for migration projects
- Complete MVS tasks for LPAR decommissions
- Complete MVS tasks for LPAR builds
- Complete MVS tasks for CPU Swap Projects
- Install/Implement software zaps to extend 3P software
- Maintain Complex Profiles
- Maintain Asset Center install records for MVS software
- Process SMF data
- Update and reassemble system exits
- Maintain OMVS segments and z FS files
- SME in problem resolution - z/LINUX and z/OS
- OMVS/Webserver/HTTP/USS Server activities
- Participate in Client and Internal Audits and Finding/Vulnerability Remediations
- Demonstrate REXX/Assembler/ISPF Dialogs writing skills
- Perform CPU Hardware Refresh
- Perform IOGENs
- Perform/Maintain Coupling Facility SYSPLEX
- 24 x 7 on call support - rotation
- Required Skills And Experience
- 7+ years experience as a z/OS Systems Programmer or commonly associated job role, with at least 3+ years experience specifically supporting z/LINUX and z/OS
- Incident/Problem/Change/Software Asset Management (ITIL)
- Demonstrated experience with Disaster Recovery
- Have SMPE experience. Have completed packaging of software for upgrade or installs
- Interpersonal skills to interact with customers, senior level personnel, and team members
- Organization skills to balance and prioritize work
- Leadership skills to assist less experienced personnel
- Ability to integrate moderately complex hardware and software systems
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Location and Expectation
- This position is 100% remote
- Provide 24/7 on call support this is part of a shared rotation with teammates
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Mainframe z/OS System Programmer – Remote in Toronto employer: Rubicon Path
As a Systems Testing/QA Specialist at our Toronto location, you will thrive in a collaborative and innovative work culture that prioritizes quality and continuous improvement. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to work-life balance, ensuring that you can excel in your role while contributing to meaningful projects that impact the community. Join us to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions in a supportive environment.
