z/OS Systems Engineer

U.S. Bank•Brookfield, WI

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

U.S. Bank is seeking a z/OS Systems Programmer that has extensive experience in mainframe technologies with an emphasis on installation/upgrading, tuning, and troubleshooting of z/OS and third-party software. This individual should be self-motivated and driven to help contribute toward the success of our mainframe technology initiatives. This person will work in a team environment supporting multiple systems in a highly redundant and robust mainframe environment. Participate in project teams to implement new capabilities and technologies. Suggest new or alternative products and solutions to modernize and streamline our environment. Lead projects and efforts across multiple teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience
At least 5 years of experience within a total information technology (IT) environment
At least 10 years of experience with the design, development and support of technology infrastructure

Nice To Haves

Extensive experience in Mainframe technologies including hardware
Technical troubleshooting of z/OS issues
Mainframe monitoring tools as such Mainview and RMF
Complex z/OS Sysplex environments
Security managers such as RACF
IBM GDPS
Subject matter expert in z/OS installation and upgrade processes
Subject matter expert in Subsystems such as CICS, IMS, JES2, MQ, and DB2
Extensive Knowledge in z/OS System parameters and settings
Configuration of Coupling Facilities
Mainframe Storage configurations
Supporting third-party software products such as products from CA/Broadcom, BMC, Compuware
Knowledge of z/OS Internals
Mainframe hardware and components
Assembler and REXX programming knowledge
Ability to learn new technologies related to automation such as python

Responsibilities

Create and follow a standardized product upgrade methodology
Lead/participate in resolution of complex z/OS problems
Provide support for z/OS across multiple Sysplex’s and data centers
Collaborate with storage management, performance tuning/capacity planning, security, networking and development teams
Use SMPE to install/update z/OS software
Participate in DR recovery and testing
Configure both z/OS and third-party software
Document software and hardware configurations and settings
Work with vendors for system support and problem resolution
Provide 24X7 on-call support as part of a team rotation

Benefits

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
Pension