Senior Mainframe Systems Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Kansas City, MO that is seeking a Senior Mainframe Systems Engineer.

Essential Functions:
* Communicate and collaborate across multiple teams by providing on-call support of production, client test cycles and resolving cycle-related issues or problems
* Address cycle-tuning and cycle-performance issues and opportunities
* Engage in and improve the whole lifecycle of services-from inception, through deployment, operation and refinement
* Support services through activities such as system design consulting, integrating software and frameworks, automation creation, testing, capacity planning and implementation reviews
* Maintain stability by measuring and monitoring availability, latency and overall system health
* Scale systems sustainably through mechanisms like automation, and evolve systems by pushing for changes that improve reliability and velocity
* Utilize technical skills to maintain optimal system efficiency, productivity and reliability
* Confidently strategize and act to provide creative solutions, communicating clearly and concisely while utilizing the AGILE philosophy
* Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience required
* 8+ years of related IT development experience required
* Strong knowledge of COBOL and JCL in a Mainframe environment to develop, deploy and manage applications
* Strong knowledge of data formats, including VSAM, DB2
* Strong knowledge of mainframe development tools such as ISPW
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
* Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
* Inquisitive, agile and strong team player with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
* Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values

Desirable experience:
* General Banking
* Debit/Credit Card Systems
* Mainframe Modernization
* SAS
* INSYNC
* DumpMaster and TraceMaster
* MQ

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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