Platform Systems Admin

BMC Software, Inc.; Maharashtra; Hybrid; INR 2,557,000 - 3,125,000; Full time

Job summary

BMC Software, Inc. is seeking a senior storage engineer to install, test, and support IBM/AMI storage subsystems. Hybrid work arrangement is available, with an emphasis on effective capacity planning and data integrity across complex environments.

The role requires 8+ years in storage/enterprise systems, strong IBM tools proficiency, and the ability to collaborate with R&D and mainframe teams. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Eight or more years of systems support experience with IBM storage subsystems and related tools.
• Proficient with TSO, CLIST, REXX, and ISPF.
• Familiarity with SMP/E and cloud/object storage is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and support storage management products and subsystems.
• Monitor storage capacity for efficient utilization.
• Provide hardware/software configurations to meet R&D needs.
• Maintain backups and data integrity.
• Troubleshoot with IBM and OEM vendors to resolve issues.
• Coordinate with R&D and Mainframe teams to test compatibility.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Calm under pressure

Tools

TSO

CLIST

REXX

ISPF

Job description

Description and Requirements

CA-SW

Hybrid: #LI-Hybrid

BMC empowers nearly 80% of the Forbes Global 100 to accelerate business value, faster than humanly possible. Our industry-leading portfolio unlocks human and machine potential to drive business growth, innovation, and sustainable success. BMC does this in a simple and optimized way by connecting people, systems, and data that power the world’s largest organizations so they can seize a competitive advantage.

JOB DUTIES

• Installs, tests, implements, maintains, enhances, interfaces and supports storage management products such as IBM DFSMS, IBM DFSMShsm, BMC AMI Storage software subsystems, and infrastructure applications and/or associated facilities.
• Monitor and maintain installed storage capacity to insure efficient, cost-effective utilization.
• Provide for hardware and software configurations to meet R&D requirements.
• Maintain system and data backup copies to protect BMC against loss of data and maintain data integrity.
• Perform problem analysis and work with IBM & OEM vendors to resolve problems on all supported subsystems.
• Communicate effectively with R&D users and management.
• Work with Mainframe Technical Services team to test operating system and program products to insure compatibility with vendor-supplied changes.
• Develops documentation and provides knowledge transfer to peers.
• Participating in project teams as subject matter expert, relating to the support of existing technologies and the selection and implementation of new technologies.
• Participate in vendor early ship/early support programs as needed.
• Implement new hardware and software technologies as required.
• Participate in BMC beta/early ship/early support programs whenever possible and feasible.
• Support BMC disaster recovery/business continuity programs as directed.

Required (Minimum) Qualifications:

• Eight (8) or more years’ experience with one or more of the following is required: IBM DS89xx/DS88xx, Dell/EMC and Hitachi Data Systems disk storage systems, IBM TS77xx and Dell/EMC DLm virtual tape subsystems, Brocade or IBM storage directors.
• Expert knowledge of and proficiency with IBM products and utilities, such as DFSMShsm, DFSMSdss, DFSMSdfp, USS ZFS, IBM disk and tape management utilities; prefer strong experience with AMI BMC Storage products.
• Experience with managing a complex IBM SMS and non-SMS environment.
• Familiarity with z/VM mini-disks and z/VM storage infrastructure is a plus.

Other qualifications:

• Eight (8) or more years of systems support background, including a working knowledge of using SMP/E to apply IBM maintenance.
• Proficient with TSO, CLIST, REXX, Phyton and ISPF.
• Proficient with cloud storage (e.g. IBM Transparent Cloud Tiering) and object storage systems, including AMI Cloud and Dell/EMC ObjectScale is a plus.
• Knowledge of and proficiency with installation, configuration and maintenance processes.
• Ability to remain calm, cordial, and effective during the resolution of time critical system interruptions/difficulties/failures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Thorough problem-solving skills, a demonstrated ability to work issues to resolution, and independent work habits.

Our commitment to you!

BMC’s culture is built around its people. We have 6000+ brilliant minds working together across the globe. You won’t be known just by your employee number, but for your true authentic self. BMC lets you be YOU!

BMC is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, age, sex, creed, color, religion, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, disabled veteran or status as a protected veteran. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, visit the accommodation request page.

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.

At BMC we believe in pay transparency and have set the midpoint of the salary band for this role at 2,841,000 INR. 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 salary listed is just one component of BMC's employee compensation package. Other rewards may include a variable plan and country specific benefits.

We are committed to ensuring that our employees are paid fairly and equitably, and that we are transparent about our compensation practices.

We use AI technology to support parts of our recruitment process, but people—not algorithms—make all final hiring decisions. AI may assist with tasks like scheduling, screening for role alignment, or helping us manage large volumes of applications more efficiently. However, candidates are reviewed by a member of our recruitment team, and interviews and hiring decisions are always made by people. We’re committed to ensuring that technology enhances fairness, efficiency, and the candidate experience—never replaces genuine human judgment.

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