Mainframe Dev & Deployment Tools Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Chandler, AZ that is seeking an experienced Mainframe Dev & Deployment Tools Engineer to support and enhance development and release processes within a large enterprise mainframe environment. This role focuses on managing and optimizing the development toolchain, build processes, and deployment workflows for mainframe applications. As a Mainframe Dev & Deployment Tools Engineer, you will play a key role in improving delivery speed, consistency, and reliability across development, testing, and production environments.

What You'll Do:
* Manage and support mainframe development and deployment toolchains
* Administer and maintain tools such as Endevor, ChangeMan, ISPW, or similar
* Design, implement, and support build and deployment automation processes
* Coordinate and support application releases and code promotions across environments (DEV/QA/UAT/PROD)
* Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to build failures, deployments, and environment inconsistencies
* Develop automation using JCL, REXX, CLIST, or scripting tools
* Collaborate with development, QA, and operations teams to ensure smooth deployments and releases
* Improve and standardize release management processes and workflows
* Support integration of mainframe development processes with modern DevOps and CI/CD practices
* Maintain documentation including runbooks, deployment procedures, and environment configurations

REQUIREMENTS:
* 5+ years of experience working in IBM mainframe (z/OS) environments
* Experience supporting build, release, and deployment activities
* Understanding of mainframe SDLC and environment promotion workflows
* Experience troubleshooting deployment, build, or environment-related issues
* Strong communication skills and ability to work across cross-functional teams

Strong hands-on experience with:
* Endevor, ChangeMan, ISPW, or similar source control tools
* Code promotion and release processes
* JCL and TSO/ISPF

Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Git, or enterprise DevOps platforms
* Familiarity with automation frameworks (REXX, Python, Shell scripting)
* Exposure to DB2, IMS, or CICS environments
* Experience integrating mainframe systems with distributed or cloud platforms
* Experience supporting large-scale enterprise release cycles

What Makes This Role a Great Fit:
* You enjoy working on development tools, automation, and release processes
* You are interested in DevOps practices within mainframe environments
* You like improving efficiency and reducing manual steps in deployments
* You thrive in environments where reliability and precision are critical

Work Environment:
* Hybrid work environment (onsite and remote flexibility depending on location)
* Collaborative team environment supporting enterprise-scale systems

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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