Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer

Conch Technologies•Chandler, AZ
•Hybrid

About The Position

Conch Technologies is seeking a Mainframe z/OS Systems Programmer for a six-month role in Chandler, Arizona. The position is hybrid and requires at least seven years of experience working in IBM mainframe (z/OS) environments. The role focuses on z/OS system programming, system installation, configuration and maintenance, SMP/E, PTFs, system upgrades, JES2, and system-level components.

Requirements

  • At least 7 years of experience working in IBM mainframe (z/OS) environments.
  • Strong hands-on experience with z/OS system programming.
  • Strong hands-on experience with system installation, configuration, and maintenance.
  • Strong hands-on experience with SMP/E, PTFs, and system upgrades.
  • Strong hands-on experience with JES2 and system-level components.
  • Strong understanding of z/OS architecture and internals.
  • Strong understanding of JCL and system utilities.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with hardware/platform migrations and system upgrades.
  • Exposure to automation and scripting, including REXX, Python, or Shell.
  • Experience with monitoring and observability tools.
  • Familiarity with DB2, IMS, CICS, or MQ integration.
  • Experience in large-scale, enterprise, or financial services environments.
  • Exposure to mainframe modernization efforts, including API enablement such as z/OS Connect, DevOps or CI/CD pipeline integration, or hybrid cloud environments.

Responsibilities

  • Perform z/OS system programming.
  • Install, configure, and maintain systems.
  • Work with SMP/E, PTFs, and system upgrades.
  • Work with JES2 and system-level components.
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