Mainframe Hardware Systems Programmer

HSBC Global Services Limited; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global bank is seeking a Mainframe Hardware Systems Programmer in Sheffield. The role involves supporting and upgrading mainframe systems, requiring advanced hardware support knowledge and expertise with IBM processors. The bank offers competitive pay, healthcare benefits, and opportunities for professional development in an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Private healthcare for all UK-based employees

Enhanced maternity and adoption pay

Contributory pension scheme with generous employer contribution

Qualifications

• Advanced experience of mainframe hardware support and configuration.
• Knowledge of the latest IBMz processor generations z14, z15, z16.
• Ability to communicate complex information in a meaningful way.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain the UK Mainframe Processor estate.
• Upgrade the UK Mainframe estate to the next generation of IBM Processor.
• Build and activate IODF/IOCDS configurations.

Skills

Mainframe hardware support

IBMz processor knowledge

Communication

Tools

z/OS

IODF

HMC

HCD

TSO/ISPF

SDSF

JCL

CHPID Mapping tool

JES2

Job description

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Mainframe Hardware Systems Programmer, Sheffield

Client: HSBC Global Services Limited

Location: Sheffield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

Join a digital first bank that’s powered by people.

Our technology team builds innovative digital solutions rapidly and at scale to deliver the next generation of banking services for our customers around the world.

We have an entrepreneurial mindset. Our people work together, creating an agile, collaborative, and innovative culture. You’ll learn and expand your skills, plus we will support you every step of the way as you grow your career.

As an HSBC employee in the UK, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all UK-based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution.

In this role, you will:

• Support and maintain the UK Mainframe Processor estate within a multi-LPAR, multi-site Sysplex environment.
• Upgrade the UK Mainframe estate to the next generation of IBM Processor.
• Upgrade the Microcode levels on the Mainframe Processors, Coupling Facilities, HMCs, and TKEs.
• Build and activate IODF/IOCDS configurations in support of changes to the Storage estate and other key projects.
• Update PR/SM definitions via HMC.

To be successful in this role, you should meet the following requirements:

• Advanced experience of mainframe hardware support and configuration.
• Knowledge of the latest IBMz processor generations z14, z15, z16.
• Knowledge of z/OS, IODF, HMC, HCD, TSO/ISPF, SDSF, JCL, CHPID Mapping tool, JES2.
• Ability to communicate complex information in a meaningful way to wide and varied audiences.

This role is based in Sheffield/Barnsley/Birmingham/Leeds.

Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we’re dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible for everyone to be at their best. We take pride in being a Disability Confident Leader and will offer an interview to people with disabilities, long-term conditions, or neurodivergent candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

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