Mainframe System Programmer

Synechron; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation (base $110k–$

Laptop and mobile phone

Paid annual leave and holidays

Maternity & Paternity leave

Comprehensive insurance plan

Retirement savings plan

Udemy for Business access

Extensive training opportunities

Job summary

Synechron seeks a Mainframe Systems Programmer to support IBM z/OS environments, automate tasks, and ensure high availability. You will handle system programming, security, and batch processing while collaborating across teams to optimize performance and reliability.

The role emphasizes automation scripting (REXX, JCL, Python), SAS batch processing, RACF security and Linux-related integrations in a large enterprise setting.

Qualifications

• Expertise in JCL for mainframe job control.
• Proficient in REXX scripting for automation.
• Experience with SAS administration and batch processing.
• Hands-on with TWS/IBM Workload Scheduler.
• Good working knowledge of Linux operating systems.
• Experience in Python scripting and automation.
• Strong RACF security administration knowledge.
• Understanding of mainframe ops, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and support IBM z/OS and mainframe infrastructure.
• Perform system programming: installation, customization, maintenance, troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using REXX, JCL, Python.
• Support batch processing and scheduling with Tivoli/IBM Workload Scheduler.
• Manage SAS integrations and batch execution processes.
• Administer RACF security configurations and access controls.
• Collaborate with Linux environments for integrations and ops.
• Monitor performance, capacity, tuning, and problem determination.

Skills

JCL

REXX scripting

SAS administration

TWS / IBM Workload Scheduler

Linux

Python scripting

RACF security

Mainframe operations

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Job description

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 16,500+, and has 58 offices in 20 countries within key global markets.

Additional Information

*The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within New York City, NY is $110K - $120K/year & benefits (see below)

.Job Summa

ryWe are seeking a skilled Mainframe Systems Programmer with experience in IBM z/OS environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting, maintaining, and enhancing mainframe systems and related infrastructure. The role requires strong expertise in z/OS system programming, automation, scheduling, security administration, and scripting to ensure high availability, performance, and operational efficiency of enterprise platform

s.Key Responsibiliti

• esAdminister, maintain, and support IBM z/OS operating systems and associated mainframe infrastructur
• e.Perform system programming activities including installation, customization, maintenance, and troubleshooting of z/OS component
• s.Develop and maintain automation scripts using REXX, JCL, and Pytho
• n.Support batch processing environments and scheduling activities using TWS (Tivoli Workload Scheduler/IBM Workload Scheduler
• ).Manage and troubleshoot SAS platform integrations and batch execution processe
• s.Administer and maintain RACF security configurations, user access management, and compliance control
• s.Work with Linux environments supporting application integrations and operational requirement
• s.Conduct performance monitoring, capacity planning, system tuning, and problem determinatio
• n.Support incident, change, and release management activities following established IT processe
• s.Collaborate with infrastructure, application, and security teams to ensure system stability and regulatory complianc
• e.Create and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and knowledge article

s.Required Skills & Qualificatio

nsMandatory Skil

• g.Expertise in JCL (Job Control Language
• ).Proficiency in REXX scriptin
• g.Experience with SAS administration and batch processin
• g.Hands-on experience with TWS/IBM Workload Schedule
• r.Good working knowledge of Linux operating system
• s.Experience in Python scripting and automatio
• n.Strong knowledge of RACF security administratio
• n.Understanding of mainframe operations, system monitoring, and troubleshootin
• g.Excellent problem-solving and analytical skill

s.Preferred Skil

• lsExperience in ISPW Administratio
• n.Experience in ITOMS Administratio
• n.Exposure to DevOps practices and automation within mainframe environment
• s.Knowledge of enterprise ITIL processe

s.Educati

• onBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related disciplin

e.Desired Competenci

• esStrong communication and stakeholder management skill
• s.Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environmen
• t.Proactive approach to identifying and resolving system issue
• s.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environmen

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. We can offer yo

• u:A highly competitive compensation and benefits packa
• geA multinational organization with 58 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abro
• adLaptop and a mobile pho
• ne10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holiday
• s)Maternity & Paternity leave pla
• nsA comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by regio
• n)Retirement savings pla
• nsA higher education certification poli
• cyCommuter benefits (varies by regio
• n)Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal developmen
• t.On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated cours
• esCoaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) grou
• psCutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance fir
• msA flat and approachable organizati
• onA truly diverse, fun-loving and global work cultu

re SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEM

ENTDiversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and mo

re.All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.