Remote IMS Mainframe Systems Programmer – Expert

Ensono; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 105,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited Paid Days Off

401k with company match

Health plan options

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Ensono in Detroit, MI is seeking an Expert Mainframe Systems Programmer specializing in IMS. You will provide premium support for IMS and OEM software, manage complex installations, and work with clients across time zones.

The role requires 12+ years IMS administration, strong JCL, and expertise in DS/DB design, parallel Sysplex, disaster recovery, and ITSM change control. Ensono offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 12+ years of IMS administration and systems programming experience.
• Strong knowledge of IMS concepts, databases (VSAM/OSAM), and DBD/PSB.
• Experience with JCL, DBRC, and IMS troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Provide premium support for IMS-related OEM software across multiple time zones.
• Resolve IMS and OEM software issues promptly.
• Support 24x7x365 operations.
• Assist migration of new customers with IMS components.
• Coordinate with Disaster Recovery Services on DR plans.
• Follow ITSM change control procedures.

Skills

JCL skills

IMS knowledge

Database Administration

Troubleshooting IMS

Parallel Sysplex

Performance tuning

Documentation practices

IMS change control

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CA IMS tools

IBM IMS tools

DBRC

PSBGEN/DBDGEN

Job description

Ensono in Detroit, MI is seeking an Expert Mainframe Systems Programmer specializing in IMS. You will provide premium support for IMS and OEM software, manage complex installations, and work with clients across time zones.

The role requires 12+ years IMS administration, strong JCL, and expertise in DS/DB design, parallel Sysplex, disaster recovery, and ITSM change control. Ensono offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive environment.