L3 Engineer for IBM Workload Scheduler (IWS)

INSPYR Solutions; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 114,434; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Competitive pay

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider is seeking a Level 3 engineer for IBM Workload Scheduler based in Dallas, Texas. This role involves managing application stability, developing automated solutions, and collaborating within an Agile team to ensure optimal operation of job scheduling workflows. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in IWS, DB2, and strong scripting skills with an automation mindset. Comprehensive benefits package and competitive pay are offered.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of experience with job scheduling tools, particularly IBM Workload Scheduler.
• Strong knowledge of database management and performance tuning.
• Experience in a collaborative Agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide Level 3 support for IBM Workload Scheduler operational tasks.
• Design and implement new job scheduling workflows and automation scripts.
• Conduct root cause analysis for high-impact issues and create disaster recovery solutions.

Skills

IBM Workload Scheduler

DB2

Shell scripting

Python

Linux/Unix administration

Automation mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Dynamic Workload Console

Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence)

Job description

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Primary Focus:
Level 3 support for IBM Workload Scheduler (IWS) (formerly known as Tivoli Workload Scheduler). High level responsibilities may include systems engineering, administration, integrations, security, IWS internals, architecture, APIs, upgrades, and root cause analysis.
Responsibilities | IBM Workload Scheduler (Tivoli): The level 3 engineer for IWS will work within a SAFe development ART (Agile Release Train) in collaboration with a small team that shares responsibility for the following areas: Application Administration G Maintenance:

• Overall platform stability
• Regular maintenance of DB2 databases including system upgrades, patching, and hotfixes
• Define and manage monitoring policies for application teams. Implement proactive monitoring
• Develop and maintain custom scripts/tools, APIs, or plugins
• Capacity planning and performance tuning

Onboarding New Apps:

• Design and implement new job scheduling workflows
• Install and configure new agents on application servers

Engineering:

• Integrate IWS with enterprise applications (e.g., SAP, Informatica, Oracle)
• Architect dynamic scheduling, cloud integration, and containers
• Design and develop automated solutions to enhance batch and platform performance
• Fine tune WebSphere/Liberty application server for performance
• Develop customized REST API interfaces for application teams

Other responsibilities may include:

• Root Cause Analysis: Performing root cause analyses (RCA) for recurring or high-impact issues
• HA/DR: Design and develop High Availability and Disaster Recovery (DR) strategies and solutions. Test and

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: IBM Workload Automation (IWS)

• Deep expertise in IBM Workload Scheduler (IWS) internals (including workload modeling, calendars, job streams, and dependencies)
• Strong knowledge of IWS’s latest scheduling concepts for complex scheduling requirements, forecasting, and predictive analysis capabilities
  

IBM Workload Automation (IWS) continued…

• Hands-on experience with Dynamic Workload Console (DWC), Dynamic Agents, and Dynamic Broker Server
• Proficiency in configuring advanced job types (e.g., WebService, REST API, Java, S3, Cloud-native jobs) using native and custom plugins
• Strong command of IWS CLI tools, including configuring event processor components, and event rule logic
• Experience designing and maintaining High Availability (HA) configurations (MDM/BDM)
• Ability to integrate IWS with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, IBM Cloud), using native and agentless plugin setups
• Skilled in agentless and extended agent configurations, and external integrations via EIM listeners

Infrastructure G Security

• Expert-level knowledge of DB2, with working experience in Oracle and optionally PostgreSǪL
• Solid understanding of IWS database schemas, relationships, and ability to write/optimize custom SǪL queries
• Deep experience with Linux/Unix operating systems administration and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of Windows Services and their interaction with workload automation
• Proficiency in TLS/certificate management and cipher suites

Scripting G Automation

• Automation-first mindset
• Expertise in Shell scripting (Bash, KornShell) and Python
• Experience with REST APIs and workload automation scripting
• Strong in documentation practices and ability to perform root cause analyses (RCA)

Cloud G Modern Tooling

• Familiarity with migrating IWS workloads from on-prem to cloud-based platforms

Team Collaboration G Leadership

• Proven ability to mentor L1/L2 support teams, handling escalations and complex issue resolution
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Experience working in SAFe Agile frameworks, including 2-week sprints and 10-week program increments

Additional areas highly preferred:

• Familiarity with Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence
• Exposure to Docker, Slack, and especially ServiceNow in enterprise environments

Desired Experience:

• Ideally 5-10+ years of prior experience with job scheduling tools including (but not limited to) IBM Workload Scheduler IWS (formerly known as Tivoli Workload Scheduler), Autosys, Control-M, BMC, etc.
• Experience should include leading in application upgrades, architecture migrations, and custom solutions
• Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor others
  

Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• …and much more!
  

About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities

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