Mainframes Developer

Introduction

This position is for a Mainframes Developer who will be responsible for performing standard system programming activities, configuration, installation, and maintenance using SMP/E, as well as advanced system management tasks in the mainframe environment. The ideal candidate will have expertise in IBM and Broadcom software products, z/OS system commands, utilities, and automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard system programming activities like configuration, installation & maintenance using SMP/E, and vendor software installations in the mainframe environment.
• Perform Operating System upgrade and RSU maintenance via z/OSMF Workflow.
• Architect, install, and configure highly complex z/OS environments and third-party software.
• Support Software Standardization and new Feature implementations.
• Support storage management, performance tuning, capacity planning, security, networking, and operating procedures from zOS perspective.
• Collaborate with Mainframe System Programmers across tracks to enhance the mainframe environment.
• Assist team members in problem-solving, making innovative improvements, and decision-making.
• Identify and implement system and process improvements in the z/OS environment.
• Work with application support teams and internal customers to facilitate business initiatives.

Requirements

Required Skills

• 12+ years of professional work experience as a Mainframe System Programmer in zOS & ISVs.
• Expertise in performing SMP/E and Non-SMPE Installation of ISV products.
• Expertise in IBM and Broadcom Software product Install and Upgrades.
• Mastery of z/OS system commands, utilities, and automation tools.
• Operating system z/OS V2.5 upgrades or later with z/OSMF workflow execution.
• IODF, HCD Skillset to add new devices.
• Fluent in JCL and IBM Utilities (IEBGENER/IEBCOPY/AMASPZAP/DFDSS).
• ISPF/TSO and other basic.
• Basic knowledge of REXX/CLIST.
• Designing project plan (upgrades, maintenance, decom) with task list for all stakeholders and communicating the timelines with delivery and customer.
• Formulate roadmaps with all pre-requisites to achieve project completion.