Senior Mainframe Engineer /Remote

Remote • Posted 1 hour ago • Updated 1 hour ago
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Job Description- Senior Mainframe Engineer 
 
Location-Remote

Job Title

Senior Mainframe Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mainframe Engineer to support, maintain, and enhance enterprise mainframe systems and applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in IBM mainframe technologies, system performance optimization, batch processing, and production support. This role involves working closely with infrastructure, application development, operations, and business teams to ensure reliable and secure mainframe operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, maintain, and support enterprise mainframe environments and applications.
  • Monitor and optimize mainframe system performance, availability, and reliability.
  • Support and troubleshoot batch processing, job scheduling, and production issues.
  • Manage and maintain:
    • z/OS environments
    • JCL processes
    • CICS
    • DB2
    • IMS
    • VSAM datasets
  • Perform system upgrades, patching, and maintenance activities.
  • Support disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity processes.
  • Collaborate with development teams for application deployments and issue resolution.
  • Automate operational tasks and improve system efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with security, audit, and operational standards.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and operational guides.
  • Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior team members.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Strong experience with:
    • IBM mainframe systems
    • z/OS administration
    • JCL
    • COBOL
    • CICS
    • DB2
    • TSO/ISPF
  • Knowledge of:
    • Mainframe storage and performance tuning
    • Batch scheduling tools
    • RACF security administration
    • System monitoring tools
  • Experience troubleshooting complex production and system issues.
  • Familiarity with DevOps or automation concepts in mainframe environments.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in:
    • Computer Science
    • Information Technology
    • Engineering
    • Related field
  • Experience with:
    • IBM utilities and tools
    • Mainframe modernization initiatives
    • Integration with distributed/cloud systems
  • Knowledge of scripting or automation tools is a plus.

Preferred Certifications

  • IBM Mainframe certifications
  • CompTIA Security+ (preferred in regulated environments)
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  • Dice Id: 10513292
  • Position Id: 72508-12895-
  • Posted 1 hour ago
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