z/OS Mainframe System Programmer

Info-Ways; Brampton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Info-Ways is seeking an experienced z/OS Mainframe System Programmer for Brampton, ON. The role covers installation, troubleshooting and ongoing maintenance of mainframe systems, with on-call rotation to ensure high availability.

The candidate will drive architecture roadmaps, lead technical efforts, and architect end-to-end solutions across distributed and mainframe environments. 6+ months contract, strong IBM and ISV tool knowledge required.

Qualifications

• >10–20 years of experience required in z/OS mainframe environments.
• >Good-level knowledge of z/OS mainframe systems and related tooling.
• >Ability to install, troubleshoot and maintain mainframe systems.

Responsibilities

• Installs, upgrades and customizes ISV software tools in a multi-system z/OS mainframe environment.
• Lead in installing and customizing products listed (BMC, IBM, IBM MQ, SAS MXG, Omegamon, Boxscore).
• Provide usage support across Applications Development, Infrastructure, IT Operations and IT Production Support.

Skills

Z/OS Mainframe

System Programmer

Architecture

Leadership

Problem-solving

Tools

BMC Suite

IBM Program Products

WebSphere MQ for z/OS

SAS MXG

Omegamon

Boxscore

Automation SA/390

CA OPSMVS

CA-DELIVER/CA-VIEW/SYSVIEW

EASY-TRIEVE/CA1/CA7

Job description

Role: z/OS Mainframe System Programmer

Location: Brampton, ON

Duration: 6+ Months

BGV will be done for the selected candidates.

Qualification

Minimum 10 to 20 Years of Experience.

Scope of Work

The scope of effort includes all items identified below. The candidate needs to have a Good-level working knowledge of the z/OS Mainframe Systems Programmer and tools identified within.

Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Drive architecture roadmap, reference architecture and standard efforts. Provide leadership in all technical aspects of assigned projects, programs and portfolios.
• Architect complex end-to-end solutions across distributed, host and business intelligence environments.
• Functional experience is required with the following technologies:
• Z/OS Mainframe System Programmer who can install, troubleshoot, and maintain their mainframe system. The ideal candidate who is comfortable with the following:

Responsibilities

• Installs, upgrades and customizes ISV software tools in a multi-system z/OS mainframe environment.
• Primary Role – very Good Skills in installing and customizing the following products:
• BMC Suite of Products
• IBM Program Products
• IBM WebSphere MQ for z/OS
• SAS MXG
• Omegamon Suite of products and Boxscore
• Automation SA/390 support and CA OPSMVS
• Provides usage support for Applications Development, Infrastructure, IT Operations and IT Production Support and user community.
• Required to be on call 24x7 on a rotating basis for problem resolution and high systems availability.
• Use IBM and ISV online tools for opening and managing problem report tracking and resolution.
• Actively participates in periodic DR exercises; maintains DR readiness of systems.
• Monitors status of systems to proactively prevent issues from occurring.
• Hardware Configuration.
• Works to accomplish organizational goals that are consistent in supporting both IT and Business objectives.
• Performance and capacity planning.

Job Requirements

Operating Systems experience should include: JCL, JES2, DFSMS, DFHSM, DFDSS, SDSF, DFSORT, TSO, ISPF/PDF.

The following software experience will be a definite plus: REXX, COBOL, CA Technologies CA-DELIVER / CA-VIEW / SYSVIEW / EASY-TRIEVE/ CA1/CA7, EOS,Folders. Skills in other ISV Products as well.

Intermediate skills in UNIX/Linux and Windows, z/VM a plus.

Ability to work independently and apply documented problem solving techniques.

Ability to build positive working relationships and influence collaboratively across IT teams.

Very good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Communicates critical information to management, Service Desk and Operations as necessary.

Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize, multi-task and maintain flexibility.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.