Software Engineer 2

Seeking a highly experienced Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer (Legacy Level 2 Software Engineer) to support the Railroad Commission of Texas. This senior-level role provides primary technical expertise for z/OS systems, network, and component software, focusing on configuration, break/fix, security, and performance tuning (CICS/IMS). Ideal candidate has expertise in SCLM, BlueZone, and system administration within the state's Consolidated Data Center Services (DCS). Experience with Informatica Power Exchange (Change Data Capture) is a plus. Excellent opportunity to support both legacy systems and the Mainframe Transformation Team.

Our client requires the services of 1 Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer. Work involves highly advanced (senior-level) systems administration in support of agency mainframe applications and supporting infrastructure; and coordinate day-to-day system administration functions such as mainframe configuration, break/fix system support, and base user account creation/support.

- Routine system administration functions to include security administration support, performance monitoring, security monitoring, and system maintenance.

- Work includes supporting data entry and control work processes, overseeing and coordinating mainframe operations in the State's Consolidated Data Center Services (DCS), and working with the Network Administration, Customer Support and Applications Development & Support teams to provide support necessary for day-to-day mainframe operations.

- Experience with Informatica Power Exchange Administration for Change Data Capture processing using mainframe data sources and targets (i.e., IMS and VSAM) a plus.

The engineer will apply their expert knowledge and experience as a Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer to support both the needs of the Legacy Systems as well as those for the Mainframe Transformation Team.

WORKER SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

- Provide primary support as the subject matter expert for z/OS operating systems and system components; provide direct technical support as needed in the planning, implementation and testing of releases, upgrades, or changes to z/OS operating system, network, and component software.

- Provide end user support for assigned Independent Software Vendor (ISV) products such as BlueZone.

provide primary administration and end user support for SCLM.

- Provide input and recommendations for hardware capacity planning.

- Provide primary administrative support for CICS and IMS?.

- Diagnose platform, software and related product issues and follow up with root cause analysis.

- Analyze performance issues and provide input and recommendations for capacity planning.

- Provide input and recommendations for system-wide performance tuning to meet required levels of service.

- Provide input and recommendations for system parameters and system libraries management.

- Provide support for technical consultation and inquiries from the other IT technical teams.

- Provide support as technical lead on internal team projects or participate on project teams that impact the z/OS platform.

- Provide support for Integration-testing new products with existing applications and user procedures.

- Assist with maintaining and providing technical support for Mainframe Production Control and Support Jobs and monthly Mainframe Job Scheduler.

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.


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