Mainframe z/VM System programmer

Broadcom; Plano (TX); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 176.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

Paid holidays and vacation

Descripción de la vacante

Broadcom is seeking a seasoned Mainframe z/VM System programmer to support and maintain our IBM Z mainframe infrastructure in Plano, TX. You will administer z/VM, define VM guests, and collaborate with guest owners to optimize resources.

The role requires deep hands-on experience with z/VM, CA/Broadcom VM products, and strong troubleshooting skills to ensure system stability in a demanding production environment.

Formación

• Extensive hands-on IBM z/VM administration and support experience.
• Ability to work in a high-availability production environment.
• Experience provisioning and managing z/OS, z/VM, and z/VSE under z/VM.

Responsabilidades

• Install, configure, administer, and maintain IBM z/VM OSes.
• Define and manage VM guests for z/OS, z/VM, z/Linux, z/VSE.
• Collaborate with VM guest owners for resource allocation.
• Configure VM service machines (RSCS, TCPIP SSL, VTAM, cert mgmt).
• Build, backup, and restore DCSS and NSS segments.

Conocimientos

z/VM admin

High availability

Guest provisioning

Troubleshooting

CA/Broadcom VM

Educación

Bachelor's in Engineering

Master's in Engineering/CS

Herramientas

CA/Broadcom VM suite

IBM VM products

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mainframe z/VM System programmer to support and maintain our enterprise IBM Z mainframe infrastructure. This is a critical role in a complex, high-availability mainframe product development environment, with a primary focus on the administration of the z/VM environment.

Key Responsibilities

• z/VM System Administration & Support:
  • Install, configure, administer, and maintain IBM z/VM operating systems, providing expert-level support.
  • Define and manage VM guests for various operating systems, including z/OS, z/VM, z/Linux, and z/VSE.
  • Collaborate with VM guest owners to ensure the appropriate allocation of virtual and real resources.
  • Configure and administer essential VM service machines (e.g., RSCS, TCPIP SSL, VTAM, and Certificate Management).
  • Ensure proficiency in the building, backup, and restoration of DCSS and NSS segments.
• Product Expertise & Troubleshooting:
  • Demonstrate extensive experience using the CA/Broadcom suite of VM products.
  • Install, maintain, and configure VM products from IBM and other third‑party vendors.
  • Apply strong troubleshooting and implementation skills to quickly resolve complex issues and maintain system stability.

Required Skills And Experience

• Extensive hands‑on experience with IBM z/VM administration and support.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a demanding, high-availability production environment.
• Experience with guest provisioning and management of z/OS, z/VM, and z/VSE under z/VM.

Desirable Skills

• Expertise in Hardware Configuration Definition (HCD) and Input/Output Configuration Data Set (IOCDS) management.
• Ability to update and manage hardware configurations, including definitions for the processor, channels, control units, and devices.
• Technical knowledge of IBM Z hardware configuration and I/O subsystem design.

Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 8+ years of related experience or Masters degree in Engineering/Computer Science and 6+ years of related experience

Compensation And Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is USD 109,700.00 To USD 175,500.00

As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.

Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.