Principal IBMi Engineer

Worldpac•Oak Brook, IL

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About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and experienced IBMi Systems Engineer to join our team. In this role, the candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining IBMi (formerly known as AS/400) systems and applications. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the smooth operation of our IBMi infrastructure, troubleshoot issues, and provide technical support. This role requires a strong understanding of IBMi architecture, Security, Hardware, and Fortra toolsets, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Experienced with OS/400 in an IASP environment.
Experience with PowerHA as HA/DR Methodology for IASP environment, and Fortra’s RobotHA as HA/DR Methodology for all data in SYSBASE.
Experienced working with IBM storage systems, DS8K and V7K, and understand disk-based replication technologies.
Must demonstrate subject matter expertise in areas of concentration: Performance, security, HW, and maintenance.
Experience with IBMi performance tools such as iDoctor and MPG
Advanced knowledge of all Fortra’s products supporting IBMi.
Experience with business applications such as BizManager, EDI, and GoAnyWhere MFT.
Advanced understanding of network protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, SSH, HTTP, FTP
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field; and
3-5 years’ experience in Systems Engineering; or
Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Deployment and implementation of best practices on the IBMi/Power systems platform.
Maintain peak operating performance of IBMi/Power environments, its related equipment, and core applications.
IBMi/Power Hardware and Software upgrades (including Operating System upgrades)
IBMi/Power Performance Monitoring and Tuning.
PowerVM and Virtualization of Power Systems.
Application of PTFs, CUMs, system saves, and IPL management.
Maintain system High Availability/DR readiness using PowerHA.
Configure partitions and systems using the Hardware Management Console (HMC), physical and virtual.
Successful project completions.
Assist in regulatory audit (PCI, SOX, etc.) remediation.
Monitor and enforce system security guidelines for all applications.
Assist in developing internal documentation and procedures related to specific customer environments.
Manage Backup, Restore, and DR Processes
Administer FORTRA tools for IBMi
Contribute to developing a comprehensive monitoring and alerting strategy encompassing IBMi, storage, and all associated systems.
Participate in after-hours (24×7) support on-call rotation.

Benefits

Worldpac offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial well-being, and work-life balance of its employees. Key benefits include:
Health and Wellness:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to cater to various healthcare needs.
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) with company contributions for eligible plans.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for medical and dependent care expenses.
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) offering confidential counseling and support services.
Financial Benefits:
401(k) retirement plan with company match to assist in future financial planning.
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance for financial security.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance to protect income during unforeseen circumstances.
Additional Perks:
Paid time off, including vacation days and holidays, to encourage rest and personal time.
Employee discounts on products and services.