IBM zSeries Storage Manager

Coltech; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Coltech is seeking an experienced IBM zSeries Storage Engineer to lead the design and implementation of enterprise-scale storage solutions. The role focuses on automation, project delivery, and collaboration within a global infrastructure team in the banking sector.

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in zSeries storage technologies and project management, working closely with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong IBM zSeries Storage experience in enterprise environments.
• Experience in technical project management and stakeholder engagement.
• Knowledge of security, audit, risk, and compliance practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead zSeries storage infrastructure deployment projects.
• Design, implement, and support zSeries storage solutions.
• Collaborate with global teams and stakeholders on enterprise storage solutions.

Skills

IBM zSeries Storage Management

Technical project management

Enterprise security and compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

SANNav

Ansible Automation Platform

Dell DLM virtual tape

Broadcom/Brocade DCX

Job description

Type: Permanent / Contract

We are seeking an experienced IBM zSeries Storage Engineer to join a global infrastructure team responsible for the engineering, delivery, support, and transformation of enterprise-scale zSeries storage platforms within a highly complex banking environment.

This role will focus on the design, implementation, support, automation, and continuous improvement of zSeries storage infrastructure, working closely with internal stakeholders, global engineering teams, and technology vendors including IBM, Dell, and Broadcom.

The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise across IBM zSeries storage technologies with strong project delivery and stakeholder management capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support large-scale zSeries storage infrastructure deployment and evergreen projects
• Design, configure, test, implement, and support zSeries storage hardware and software solutions
• Develop and implement automation solutions to reduce manual operational effort and improve efficiency
• Test and certify new hardware, software, microcode, and functionality releases
• Drive infrastructure simplification, optimisation, risk reduction, and cost management initiatives
• Produce high-quality technical and operational documentation for engineered solutions
• Collaborate closely with global teams, vendors, and business stakeholders to deliver enterprise storage solutions
• Ensure service quality, platform stability, security, and operational standards are maintained
• Support migration, transformation, and operational activities across the storage estate

Essential Technical Skills & Experience

• Strong IBM zSeries Storage Management and Engineering experience
• Experience working within large-scale enterprise or banking environments
• Strong technical project management capability across infrastructure programmes
• Experience supporting enterprise change, incident, and problem management processes
• Strong understanding of enterprise security, audit, risk, and compliance practices

Hardware Skills

• IBM DS8K storage installation, upgrade, configuration, and support experience
• DSCLI scripting and HMC GUI experience
• Dell DLM virtual tape (VTE with Data Domain) installation, upgrade, and support
• Knowledge of Linux, NFS, and related storage technologies
• Broadcom/Brocade DCX experience with FICON and Fibre Channel concepts and configuration
• Experience using SANNav and MAPS

Software Skills

Strong knowledge of:

• z/OS
• TSO
• SDSF
• JCL
• IDCAMS
• IWS

Storage technologies including:

• DFHSM
• DFDSS
• ICKDSF
• DFSMS (including OAM)
• TDMF
• GDPS
• CSM

Broadcom (CA) products including:

• CA1
• CA Vantage
• CA Disk
• CA Allocate
• CA View
• Endeavor

Additional tooling:

• Dino Software (T-Rex, Terradon)
• Rocket CR+
• Interchip RTD
• Knowledge of zSeries Systems Programming concepts
• Knowledge of GKLM, Spectrum Control, Storage Insights, and API integration
• Experience with Ansible Automation Platform (AAP), GitHub, and Jenkins
• Scripting/programming experience using:
• REXX
• Python
• YAML
• Awareness of networking technologies and dark fibre concepts
• Exposure to emerging infrastructure technologies and automation practices

What We’re Looking For

• A technically strong Storage SME with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset
• Someone capable of leading and shaping enterprise storage infrastructure strategy
• Strong stakeholder engagement and vendor management skills
• An individual who thrives in complex, mission-critical enterprise environments
• A collaborative team player who can work effectively within globally distributed teams
• Someone comfortable balancing operational support, engineering delivery, and infrastructure transformation initiatives

This role operates within a global enterprise infrastructure environment supporting critical banking systems and services. The successful candidate will work closely with geographically dispersed teams and will be expected to work independently while collaborating effectively through modern communication and Agile delivery practices.

If you are an experienced IBM zSeries Storage Engineer looking to work on enterprise-scale infrastructure platforms within a global environment, we would like to hear from you.