Mainframe Systems Programmer

NTT DATA, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 106,575 - 142,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) program with company match

Flexible spending or health savings account

Paid time off

Life and AD&D insurance

Job summary

NTT DATA, Inc. is seeking a Mainframe Systems Programmer to upgrade and support z/OS systems and related ISV products. The role requires strong z/OS programming experience and confidence to work independently while providing off-hours support when necessary.

Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of relevant experience, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary and benefits in the Buffalo, NY area.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience installing and supporting mainframe software products such as IBM and/or CA/Broadcom.
• 3+ years of experience with core z/OS tools and Parallel Sysplex environments.
• Extensive experience with IBM and CA products installation.

Responsibilities

• Upgrade and support z/OS operating system and ISV products.
• Provide off-hours support for software changes.
• Work independently and contribute from day one.

Skills

z/OS systems programming

Parallel Sysplex

problem-solving

communication skills

Tools

IBM Software

CA/Broadcom

ACF2 Security tool

RACF

Rexx

SMP/E

TSO/ISPF

USS

SDSF

JCL

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION - This is a hybrid role. Candidates must live in, live or a commutable distance from Buffalo, New York.

This Mainframe Systems Programmer role involves upgrading and supporting the z/OS operating system and ISV products, mainly from IBM and Computer Associates (CA). The successful candidate:

• would ideally have more than ten years of z/OS systems programming experience
• has very strong Parallel Sysplex skills
• has extensive experience of installing many IBM and CA products
• will have ideally worked in a bank or other organizations with large installations
• is confident, able to work independently, and starts contributing from day one
• must have excellent problem‑solving skills and be a true team player
• will need to provide off‑hours support for the implementation of software changes when required
• has excellent written and spoken communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly to a wide and varied audience

Basic Requirements

• 5+ years of experience installing and supporting mainframe software products such as IBM and/or CA/Broadcom
• 3+ years of experience with core z/OS tools (e.g., SMP/E, TSO/ISPF, USS, SDSF, JCL, and/or RACF)
• 3+ years of experience with Parallel Sysplex environments

Preferred Experience

• ACF2 Security tool
• GDPS
• RACF
• Rexx
• RMF
• SMF
• SAS

Benefits & Compensation

Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this hybrid role is $106,575-$142,100. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position in the Buffalo, NY area. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. The position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401(k) program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally‑required benefits.

EEO Statement

NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.

Nearest Major Market: Buffalo