Senior zVSE Mainframe Systems Programmer
Senior zVSE Mainframe Systems Programmer
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$ 80000 - 148000
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Job Description
The z/VSE Mainframe Systems Programmer will provide support for on-going project that require the installation testing and implementation of new z/VSE operating systems and other system software. They are self-starters and provide mentoring for day-to-day activities while maintaining on-going projects that may include installation maintenance testing debugging procedural documentation for their areas of expertise. Research and evaluation of new software and hardware products assisting team members and other areas with technical questions and problem resolution. Monitoring and tuning of systems software.
They require in-depth knowledge of z/VSE components such as POWER with knowledge on setup/configuration. Detailed knowledge of support products such as FAQS Condor CA DYNAM Velocity z/VPS VTAM TCP/IP PRSM EPIC DASD and TAPE management VTS security monitoring systems experience of running z/VSE in both LPAR and under z/VM etc. Experience installing IDMS and CICS is also desired.
Key Areas of Focus for this Role
- Provide thought leadership within the Global Technical Systems Business Unit
- Provides Technical support for hardware and software solutions
- Possess communication skills to participate in client/team/Business unit meetings as well as providing documentation for client operational meetings
- Enhance the performance of others through mentoring and guiding
- Keep abreast of changes in the standards technologies or methodologies
- Update weekly SW dashboards/scorecards
- Provide risk assessment and risk management
- Review assignments for accuracy and quality where applicable
- Facilitate and coordinate of software releases/upgrades or large projects
- Collaborate with other departments teams and clients
- Adhere to completion of personnel departmental and company goals
- Upgrade/maintain multiple z/VSE operating systems across diverse environments
- Upgrade/maintain additional third-party products
- z/VSE tuning for capacity and throughput
- On-call 24 x 7 rotation for z/VSE support
What the Ideal Candidate Brings to this Role
Required Qualifications help to assure new Associates are set up for success in their role with Ensono. To be considered for this career opportunity it is important that you meet all Required Qualifications. Candidates that may meet some but not all Other Qualifications are still encouraged to apply.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 10 year experience
- Fluent in VSE JCL and ability to advise application teams on JCL issues
- Installation and administration knowledge of ISV and IBM z/VSE software
- Microsoft Office skills
- Knowledge of application environments including RPG COBOL Assembler and REXX
- Experience with IBM Z hardware and general networking concepts
- Working knowledge of using z/VM including CP and CMS
What will set you apart:
- Experience in one or multiple IT silos
- Track record of z/VSE Support
Why Ensono
Ensono is a place to make better happen for our clients and for your career. You can do great things through innovation or collaboration by learning or volunteering or to promote diversity and inclusion. You can do great things for your own health or for a healthier planet. Whatever it means to you to do great things we want Ensono to be the place you can do it.
We are a client-facing business but we do encourage clients to allow us to work remotely most of the time so if you are not required to be on a client site you can choose to work from home or in our Ensono offices.
Some of our benefits include:
- Unlimited Paid Days Off
- Three health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield
- 401k with company match
- Eligibility for dental vision short and long-term disability life and AD&D coverage and flexible spending accounts
- Paid Maternity Leave Paternity Leave and Sabbatical Leave
- Education Reimbursement Student Loan Assistance or 529 College Funding
- Enhanced fertility coverage
- Wellness program
- Flexible work schedule
- Depending on location ability to take advantage of fitness centers
As of the date of this posting a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this role is $80000 to $148000 annually based on a full-time schedule. Please note that placement in the range may vary based on numerous factors including but not limited to skills experience internal equity and business needs. In addition to base salary other compensation programs depending on eligibility include an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance and an equity grant under our Associate Equity Appreciation Program.
Ensono is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment to our Associates and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability or other legally protected basis in accordance with applicable law.
Pay transparency nondiscrimination statement/posting OFCCPs pay transparency policy can be found on OFCCPs website.
If you need accommodation at any point during the application or interview process please let your recruiter know or email .
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
