Mainframe System Programmer

Atlas Search; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Visa sponsorship

Bonus eligible

Job summary

Atlas Search is seeking a VP-level manager to lead its mainframe infrastructure engineering teams in New York. You will oversee z/OS platforms, drive modernization, and mentor managers while coordinating with data center, production services, and development partners.

The role requires 8+ years of IT and strong leadership, with hybrid work and visa sponsorship available. Base salary ranges from $140,000 to $185,000 depending on location and experience.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in IT with direct mainframe experience.
• Proven track record leading technical teams.
• Experience with z/OS maintenance and install of ISV software.
• Strong communication to influence stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree; advanced degree a plus.
• Preferred: JCL, ISPF/TSO, ITIL/ITSM; financial services experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead z/OS mainframe teams including JCL, DB2, IMS, CICS, and security.
• Coach and mentor managers, develop talent.
• Drive cross-functional work with data center and application teams.
• Run delivery projects spanning lifecycle of mainframe hardware and software.
• Advise on automation and modernization of services.

Skills

Mainframe leadership

Stakeholder communication

Talent development

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

SMP/E

JCL

ISPF/TSO

ACF2

RACF

TSS security

CMDB

Release management

Job description

Our client, a financial services firm, is hiring a VP-level manager to lead its mainframe infrastructure engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage teams responsible for several z/OS mainframes, covering JCL, DB2, IMS and CICS, source control, SDLC practice, and ACF2, RACF and TSS security.
• Coach and mentor managers, develop talent and build an engaged team.
• Drive cross-functional work with data center, production services and application development partners on new opportunities.
• Run delivery projects that span lifecycle management for mainframe hardware as well as software.
• Question how traditional services have been built, and mature them through automation and innovation.

Requirements

• 8+ years across multiple areas of IT, including direct mainframe experience.
• A track record leading a technical team and delivering complex projects and programs.
• SMP/E or other maintenance routines, plus installation of ISV software, IBM operating systems and third-party mainframe vendor products.
• Experience with data transport, tooling and utilities, as well as architecture and design principles.
• A clear communicator who can explain complex technical topics and influence stakeholders up, down and across the organization.
• Bachelor's degree (computer science or similar) or equivalent experience; an advanced degree is a plus.
• Preferred: JCL, ISPF/TSO and IPL processes; an ITIL/ITSM background covering release, change and CMDB; securities or financial services experience.

Hybrid work arrangement. Visa sponsorship is available. Bonus eligible.

The annual base salary range is $140,000 to $185,000. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer.