Mainframe Systems Programmer - ISV

Ensono

6h•$65,000 - $123,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Mainframe Systems Programmer provides support for on-going projects that require the installation, upgrade, testing, configuration, and implementation of all ISV software. Responsibilities also include monitoring and on call support for the software, research and evaluation of new software, assisting team members and other areas with technical questions and problem resolution. Functional knowledge, use of z/OS components and detailed knowledge of support products such as tape management, scheduling, security, monitoring systems, and other z/OS supporting systems software. This is not an Applications Programming position.

Requirements

Minimum of 5+ years of experience within a mainframe environment within a large enterprise or equivalent combination of education and experience
Bachelor’s degree required and/or equivalent work experience
Knowledge and understanding of z/OS and z/OS installation and maintenance including SMP/E.
Strong knowledge of TSO/ISPF, SDSF, JCL.
Strong knowledge of Unix System Services (USS)
Strong knowledge of Unix System Services (USS) file system management and security
Ability to work well as a team member.
Stress resistant in case of Major Incident- and/or emergency situations.
Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Customer Service skills at management level
Good collaboration and teamwork skills
Must be self-motivated.
Strong analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities.
Good planning and organizational skills.
Initiative and good learning abilities.
Ability to perform skill set of a Mainframe System Programmer
Ability to perform moderately complex ISV installations
Knowledgeable in z/OS security.
Knowledgeable in z/OS systems programming functions.
Understand z/OS services structure, Parallel Sysplex, Catalog management.
Backup and recovery processes and tools
Database knowledge (logical and physical design)
Experience with troubleshooting database performance issues and query tuning concepts
Working in a collaborative multi client Environment.
Knowledge of Cobol Programming.
Off Hours Support as required.
Participate in Oncall Schedule.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Database Third party Software tools is a plus, (Omegamon, Tmon, BMC Suite, CA DB2 Toolset) is a Plus

Responsibilities

Incident, change and problem handling.
Configuration and customization.
Setup of parameters.
Communication with vendors.
Participation/contribution to technical projects.
Support in solving problems and implementing changes.
Perform data management tasks as required: loading / unloading, updating, restoring and removing data to ensure that database is accurate as a data source.
Perform Database Maintenance activities like Adhoc Reorgs, Runstats etc on demand from the application teams, as well as monitor the scheduled maintenance activities.
Monitor and manage Space: Purge obsolete data and reclaim space
Identify and troubleshoot databases issues with high priority.
Monitor database backups and Database maintenance jobs. Troubleshoot job failures and work with Operations as required.
Monitor the databases for any unusual activities and restrictive states and check the logs periodically for any issues.
Refresh Dev/Test databases with prod backup images as requested.

Benefits

Unlimited Paid Days Off
Three health plan options
401k with company match
Eligibility for dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life and AD&D coverage, and flexible spending accounts
Family Forming Benefit including fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy reimbursement
Paid childbearing and paternal leave
Education Reimbursement, Student Loan Assistance or 529 College Funding
Sabbatical leave
Wellness program
Flexible work schedule
annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance
equity grant under our Associate Equity Appreciation Program