Assembler Mainframe Developer

BMC Software, Inc.; England; Remote; GBP 69,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

BMC Software, a leader in digital transformation, seeks a Senior Product Developer in the UK. In this role, you will design and develop innovative solutions for mainframe technologies, contributing to impactful projects while working with a diverse team. Ideal candidates possess extensive experience in IBM Assembler and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in software development and IBM assembler coding.
• Extensive development experience in mainframe environments.
• Fluent in English with strong collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver mainframe products using Assembler and C.
• Mentor team members and provide technical guidance.
• Conduct code reviews and troubleshoot software issues.

Skills

IBM assembler coding

Application Development

z/OS Processing Environment

Python

REXX

Agile

Collaboration

Tools

IPCS

XDC

FILEAID

ISPW

Job description

You may occasionally be required to travel for business

Secondary locations

Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, IRL Dublin, Netherlands, Poland, PRT Lisbon II

This role can be based remotely in United Kingdom

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Description and Requirements

"At BMC trust is not just a word - it's a way of life!"

We are an award-winning, equal opportunity, culturally diverse, fun place to be. Giving back to the community drives us to be better every single day. Our work environment allows you to balance your priorities, because we know you will bring your best every day. We will champion your wins and shout them from the rooftops. Your peers will inspire, drive, support you, and make you laugh out loud!

We help our customers free up time and space to become an Autonomous Digital Enterprise that conquers the opportunities ahead - and are relentless in the pursuit of innovation!

The IZOT product line includes BMC’s Intelligent Z Optimization & Transformation products, which help the world’s largest companies to monitor and manage their mainframe systems. The modernization of mainframe is the beating heart of our product line, and we achieve this goal by developing products that improve the developer experience, the mainframe integration, the speed of application development, the quality of the code and the applications’ security, while reducing operational costs and risks. We acquired several companies along the way, and we continue to grow, innovate, and perfect our solutions on an ongoing basis.

BMC Software is looking for a Senior Product Developer to join our dynamic development team!

In this role, you will be a contributing member of the team responsible for designing, developing, troubleshooting, and debugging software programs. These include software tools, operating systems, application programming interfaces, user interfaces, and cross-platform communication solutions.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of the product domain, the software development lifecycle, and the processes involved in creating high-quality products.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on impactful projects, solve complex challenges, and collaborate with a talented team of professionals from diverse backgrounds.

So, if you’re passionate about software development, thrive on problem-solving, and are eager to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Here is how, through this exciting role, YOU will contribute to BMC's and your own success:

• Develop and deliver products, product lines, and solutions using Assembler and C.
• Design, code, and resolve defects in increasingly complex, multi-tier software solutions.
• Produce a range of high-quality design options, demonstrating a broad depth of technical knowledge and insight.
• Conduct thorough code and design reviews.
• Make high-impact decisions by identifying and pursuing development paths that deliver the greatest value.
• Research, design, code, unit test, and implement features and applications while providing ongoing support.
• Present functional designs and technical specifications to peers and stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business requirements.
• Create functional designs and specifications from business requirements to guide the development process effectively.
• Work directly with global clients on complex product issues and escalations.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to the development team.

Requirements:

• 8+ years’ Proven experience with IBM assembler coding and development, Application Development and z/OS Processing Environment.
• Extensive development experience using 64-bit Assembler and 31-bit Assembler programming languages.
• Experience with REXX, Python is a plus
• Experience with Mainframe environment (TSO/ISPF, JCL etc) , IBM Mainframe z/OS internals (JES2, SMS, HSM); z/OS communications TCP/IP and VTAM and IBM Utilities (IEBGENER, etc.)
• Working knowledge of mainframe debugging tools : IPCS,XDC, FILEAID
• Coding experience in a multitasking, reentrant and/or sysplex environment
• Understanding of zLinux and Unix System Services.
• Experience with code merging activities using source code control systems such ISPW.
• In depth experience in troubleshooting problems and debugging code at application levels to resolve technical issues and upgrade software and assist in defect resolution.
• Self-starter able to work independently to provide quality solutions with little oversight as a part of a team.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to get work done through others.
• Ability working on Agile teams.
• Fluent English (written and verbal) communication and interpersonal skills.

BMC Software maintains a strict policy of not requesting any form of payment in exchange for employment opportunities, upholding a fair and ethical hiring process.

The annual base salary range represents the low and high end of the BMC salary range for this position. Actual salaries depend on a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training, licensure, and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

The range listed is just one component of BMC's employee compensation package. Other rewards may include a variable plan and country specific benefits.

At BMC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at /near the top of the range. A reasonable estimate of the current range is £ 69,000 - £ 115,000