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Job Title: IMS System Programmer
Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)
Duration/Term: Long-Term Contract
Job Summary:
We are seeking a seasoned IMS System Programmer to lead the deployment, configuration, performance tuning, and support of IBM Information Management System (IMS) environments. The successful candidate will be deeply familiar with IMS subsystems, database management, system optimization, and collaborative incident resolution. You will play a critical role in ensuring high availability, data integrity, and operational efficiency of core mainframe systems.
Primary Responsibilities:
Installation & Configuration
- Install and configure IMS DB, TM, DC, and IMS Connect subsystems
- Apply patches and software upgrades in line with change management standards
- Customize IMS parameters and support SLAs through system-level tuning
System Optimization & Maintenance
- Conduct performance tuning using tools like IMS Performance Analyzer, Omegamon XE, and MainView for IMS
- Analyze logs and traces; identify and resolve deadlocks, resource contention
- Manage HDC utilities, capacity planning, data compression, and optimization
Support & Troubleshooting
- Provide 24/7 support for IMS-related production incidents and performance issues
- Perform RCA and implement long-term fixes across infrastructure tiers
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for configurations, escalation, and recovery
- Participate in Disaster Recovery (DR) planning and testing
Collaboration & Mentorship
- Coordinate with IBM support, vendors, and cross-functional IT teams
- Mentor junior IMS programmers and contribute to technical knowledge sharing
- Facilitate communication between app developers and infrastructure engineers
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Deep expertise in IMS architecture DB, TM, DC, Connect
- Strong command of system programming languages: COBOL, PL/I, Assembler
- Solid knowledge of z/OS, CICS, and SMP/E environments
- Proven ability to manage backup/recovery processes and ensure database integrity
- Excellent documentation, communication, and incident management skills
Key Skills:
IMS System Programming, IMS DB/TM/DC/Connect, z/OS, COBOL, PL/I, Assembler, Omegamon, MainView, IMS Performance Analyzer, HDC Utilities, Disaster Recovery, Performance Tuning, SMP/E, CICS, Backup & Recovery, Root Cause Analysis, System Monitoring, Change Management, Audit Compliance, Documentation
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