Senior ChangeMan ZMF Engineer

Senior ChangeMan Engineer
Hybrid - Reston, VA (Up to once a week on-site)
6-month+ Contract Position
Hourly Pay Rate: $75/hr. W2. Benefits Available
2 nd Interview is in-person - Reston, VA

Our client is migrating from an existing mainframe SCM, ChangeMan ZMF, to a DevOps-based implementation using Bitbucket, Jenkins, and other tools built around a version of IBM Mainframe development accelerators. When the project is completed, the organization will be operating exclusively using the DevOps-based tools.

The Senior ChangeMan Engineer will perform complex analysis, design, development, testing, and debugging of computer software ranging from operating system architecture integration and software design to selection of computer systems, language, and/or equipment. Designs, develops/codes, tests, and documents critical and complex application programs for computer systems. Works with appropriate stakeholders to define system scope and objectives and establish baselines. Establishes project standards and processes. Breaks down software requirements and creates highly complex systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
25% Perform technical detail design, coding, and testing of applications. Serves as subject matter expert for both customer and internal discussions related to maintaining and enhancing existing software systems. Develop and/or analyze interface design documentation. Comply with hardware and software systems standards and procedures. Deliver large systems for tens of thousands of users. Comply with code quality, migration, and DevOps standards and policies.

25% Performs software analysis, including requirements and use case development and design. Implements and documents source code to design specifications. Performs software testing, including developing and running automated unit tests, drafting, and executing structured automated test cases. Compile, assess, and report data results from software testing and analysis.

25% Develops software solutions for enterprise environments and other technologies. Analyzes and implements functional and non-functional (e.g., performance, availability) requirements and designs, implements, and tests software. Performs operations & maintenance (O&M) of existing systems. Identifies areas for improvement and streamlining. Demonstrated experience with front-end and back-end programming and integration frameworks and tools. Assist in the estimation of the development of application features.

25% Provides direct technical support for high-level, high-visibility, and critical trouble calls for supported applications. Works with cross-functional teams to develop highly reliable software that runs at scale. Provides recommendations to infuse new technology. Extend open-source libraries and systems as necessary to meet the needs of the team. Play a crucial role in product scoping and roadmap/architecture discussions. Continually evaluate emerging technologies to identify opportunities, trends, and best practices. Mentoring of junior software engineers

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education Level: Bachelor's Degree , Information Technology or Computer Science
• Experience: 5 years of experience with software development, basic coding and compilation, software architecture/design, user requirements definition, and software specification development.
• Instead of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Very technically proficient in ChangeMan ZMF
• Excellent knowledge of ZMF integration with such tools as RACF, XPEditer, JobScan, Email via SMTP, CICS, DB2, ISPF/TSO, Dialog Manager Panels/Skeletons, and REXX programming
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Proven track record of excellent team management and conflict resolution
• Experienced in managing a team in multiple offices and home-based locations
  Customer service focused
• Analytical and critical thinker, skilled in mediation
• Consistently meet goals
• Ability to communicate technical requirements to all levels of expertise.
• Proficient in establishing and maintaining good working relationships.
• Knowledge and understanding of the software development life cycle (SDLC).
• Proficient with integrating complex and/or existing systems.
• Knowledge of programming languages (e.g., JavaScript, C, Python, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure)
• Proficient Knowledge of database technologies (e.g., DB2, cloud, SQL, Oracle, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, etc.)
• Advanced Fundamental knowledge of software engineers' best practices, agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines
• Proficient Knowledge of test-first practices, including Test-Driven Development (TDD) for unit tests and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) for automated acceptance tests,
• Strong experience with Deployment/Continuous Integration/ Continuous Testing/ Continuous Delivery processes and tools and have expertise in CI/CD tools and frameworks.
• Knowledge of Code quality and promotion practices

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joul, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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