Mainframe DevOps Engineer

Job Overview:

This role involves working on DevOps transformation, pipeline orchestration, and implementing cutting-edge tools to streamline development and deployment processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mainframe application development or system programming, combined with expertise in DevOps practices and tools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain DevOps pipelines for IBM Z environments.
• Perform installation, configuration, and migration of IBM z/OS and USS systems.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Groovy and YAML.
• Manage source code repositories and branching strategies using Git.
• Troubleshoot and debug pipeline failures and build issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of DevOps tools and practices.
• Provide technical guidance and support for DevOps transformation initiatives.
• Interface with customers and stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
• Implement and optimize IBM Z DevOps products such as IDz, DBB, Wazi Deploy, and related tools.

Mandatory Skills and Proficiencies:

• Communication Skills: Clear, concise verbal and written communication.
• Mainframe Expertise: Strong background in application development or system programming on IBM Z.
• Installation & Migration: Proven experience with IBM z/OS and USS environments.
• DevOps Tools: Proficiency in Groovy scripting, YAML, Git (repos, branching), and pipeline debugging.
• Customer Interaction: Excellent customer interfacing and collaboration skills.
• Hands-on experience with DevOps products: IDz, DBB, Git, IBM Wazi Deploy, IDD, Artifactory, ADDI, zD&T.
• Knowledge of IBM Z software stack: DBB, COBOL, CICS, PL/I, JCL, VSAM/QSAM, DB2.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with SCM products competing with IBM Z solutions.
• Experience with IBM Z application development.
• Understanding of DevOps transformation strategies and pipeline orchestration.