Mainframe Systems Programmer - Storage

Ensono; Pune District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensono is seeking a Senior Mainframe Storage Systems Programmer to provide premium storage support for client environments. You will manage DASD, tape, virtual tape, encryption, and replication for backup and DR, including software/hardware refreshes and migrations.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in Mainframe Storage, deep IBM storage tool knowledge (Copy Services Manager, SMS, HSM, IDCAMS, DFDSS), and DR planning experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of professional experience in Mainframe Storage Support.
• Experience with IBM storage software and related tools.
• Disaster Recovery planning and execution experience.
• Strong knowledge of LPAR sysplexes and resource sharing.
• Familiarity with DASD configurations and replication.
• Experience with ISV storage software customization
• Ability to analyze performance of DASD and tape subsystems

Responsibilities

• Provide premium Mainframe Storage system programming support for Ensono clients.
• Handle DASD and tape storage administration and backup/DR operations.
• Manage storage pools for multiple customers and LPARs.
• Perform problem diagnostics and resolution; create and oversee daily backups.
• Support data center migrations and customer migrations.
• Ensure 24x7x365 support across time zones.
• Follow ITSM change control procedures and maintain documentation.

Skills

Mainframe storage expertise

DASD and tape administration

Problem diagnostics

Disaster recovery planning

Customer support

Scripting/automation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

IBM Copy Services Manager/Global Mirroring

SMS

HSM

IDCAMS

DFDSS

CA-1

MIMTape

Tape hardware/software

Dell/EMC

TLMS

GRS

SMF

Job description

Ensono is a hybrid IT services provider that sees a world in transformation. We understand the world of business has become more complex, layered, and interdependent because we’re enabling the IT infrastructure for that transformation. Our clients are some of the most innovative and forward-thinking companies in the world and we help keep their businesses thriving. With nearly 50 years of experience, we optimize and modernize IT infrastructure by amplifying the power of mainframes and mid-range servers with the agility of cloud. Check us out atwww.ensono.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to caste, colour, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, HIV status, or any other status protected by law. Candidates with disabilities who require accommodations during the recruitment process are encouraged to contact our Talent Acquisition team to place a request.

Senior Mainframe Storage Systems Programmer

Position Summary

Provide premium Mainframe Storage system programming support and services to Ensono mainframe clients.

The successful candidate will work on storage infrastructure administration, configuration, and installation. This encompasses DASD, tape, virtual tape, encryption, and replication for backup and DR capabilities. The associate will perform software and hardware refreshes, customer migrations and daily customer support.

Key Areas of Focus for this Role

• Fulfill customer service requests for mainframe customers in a timely manner as they pertain to Mainframe Storage administration and related products
• Provide DASD and tape storage administration support for our customers.
• Manage storage pools for multiple customers and LPARs.
• Perform problem diagnostics and resolution.
• Create and oversee jobs for daily, weekly, and monthly backups.
• Participate in Data Center migration projects using multiple methodologies.
• Perform data and volume recovery.
• Perform data migrations between storage frames for existing customers.
• Interact with hardware and software vendors as required.
• Follow procedures for customizing Mainframe Storage related ISV products efficiently and according to best practices and Ensono standards (for productivity/scalability purposes).
• Provide primary support for reported problems related to Mainframe Storage and related software products
• Provide support on 24 x 7 x 365 basis across multiple time zones.
• Provide key support for customer migration services (new customer transitions) as they pertain to Mainframe Storage and related OEM software products.
• Provide primary support for reported problems related to Mainframe Storage – DASD and Tape Systems
• Communicate to both customer and management the status of issues at intervals during resolution process.
• Maintain documentation of issue cause, action, and resolution in the designated problem tracking system.
• Assist the assigned project manager in the migration of newly acquired customers such that all technical hurdles are addressed in a timely manner and do not impede the expected progress of the transition nor the targeted migration date.
• In joint co-operation with the Disaster Recovery Services and other technical teams, successfully execute tasks associated with any given customer’s disaster recovery plans.
• Aid and assist other mainframe teams as required to support them and our clients.
• Adhere to a schedule that efficiently manages resources and allows timely implementations.
• Follow ITSM change control procedures

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

• Bachelor’s degree required and/or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of professional experience in Mainframe Storage Support
• Extensive skills with IBM storage software including IBM Copy Services Manager/Global Mirroring, SMS, HSM, IDCAMS, and DFDSS.
• Experience in preparing and implementing Disaster Recovery plans
• Expert knowledge of catalog structures, LPAR sysplexes, and resource sharing.
• Extensive knowledge of DASD hardware configurations incorporating replication.
• Extensive skills with IBM and Oracle/STK tape hardware and software.
• Ability to analyze performance on DASD and tape subsystems.
• Extensive skills with CA-1, MIMTape.
• Functional skills with Dell/EMC.
• Functional skills with RMM, TLMS, GRS, Tapecopy, and SMF.
• Experience in customization of Mainframe Storage related ISV software products
• Experience using various system monitoring software in problem determination, particularly for performance/response problems related to Mainframe Storage
• Ability to develop innovation, strategies, processes, and best practices in software management
• Support planned (disaster recovery) and unplanned (emergency) database recovery activities
• Knowledgeable in best practices of software management, maintenance, and documentation
• Experience with establishing policies and procedures pertaining to database management, DR, security, maintenance, and utilization
• Ability to evaluate change requests and determine impact to assigned clients and troubleshooting and solving production database issues.

Other Qualifications

• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Strong analytical skills required for quick problem determination and isolation of root cause with emphasis on required recovery actions to minimize impact to client business.
• Demonstrated ability to respond quickly and effectively to support requests from multiple clients
• Must be able to multi-task and work under short deadlines and in high pressure situations.
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and presentations)

Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently.