Mainframe DevOps Engineer

Capgemini • Austin, TX

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About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Mainframe DevOps Engineer to join our team and drive modernization and automation initiatives on IBM Z platforms. This role involves working on DevOps transformation, pipeline orchestration, and implementing cutting-edge tools to streamline development and deployment processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mainframe application development or system programming, combined with expertise in DevOps practices and tools.

Requirements

• Communication Skills: Clear, concise verbal and written communication.
• Mainframe Expertise: Strong background in application development or system programming on IBM Z.
• Installation & Migration: Proven experience with IBM z/OS and USS environments.
• DevOps Tools: Proficiency in Groovy scripting, YAML, Git (repos, branching), and pipeline debugging.
• Customer Interaction: Excellent customer interfacing and collaboration skills.
• Hands-on experience with DevOps products: IDz, DBB, Git, IBM Wazi Deploy, IDD, Artifactory, ADDI, zD&T.
• Knowledge of IBM Z software stack: DBB, COBOL, CICS, PL/I, JCL, VSAM/QSAM, DB2.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with SCM products competing with IBM Z solutions.
• Experience with IBM Z application development.
• Understanding of DevOps transformation strategies and pipeline orchestration.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain DevOps pipelines for IBM Z environments.
• Perform installation, configuration, and migration of IBM z/OS and USS systems.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Groovy and YAML.
• Manage source code repositories and branching strategies using Git.
• Troubleshoot and debug pipeline failures and build issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of DevOps tools and practices.
• Provide technical guidance and support for DevOps transformation initiatives.
• Interface with customers and stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
• Implement and optimize IBM Z DevOps products such as IDz, DBB, Wazi Deploy, and related tools.

Benefits

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees