Remote z/OS Mainframe Systems Programmer

NTT DATA, Inc.

New York (NY)

Remote

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

NTT DATA is seeking an experienced z/OS Mainframe Systems Programmer to join the enterprise infrastructure team. The role focuses on installation, upgrade, maintenance, and support of the IBM z/OS operating system and related products.

Strong Sysplex expertise and large-scale production experience are essential. The ideal candidate will work remotely for the UK/Europe region with occasional in-person needs and contribute to high-availability, security, and modernization initiatives across global

Qualifications

10+ years of hands-on z/OS systems programming experience.
Deep knowledge of z/OS subsystems: SMP/ETSO/ISPF/USS/SDSF/ACF.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain IBM z/OS operating systems.
Manage and support IBM and CA/Broadcom system software across enterprise environments.
Plan and execute OS upgrades and maintenance using SMP/E.
Administer and support large Parallel Sysplex environments for high availability.
Monitor performance, plan capacity, and optimize resources.
Troubleshoot complex system-level issues across z/OS, middleware, and infra.
Collaborate with security, operations, and applications teams for stability.
Implement maintenance, fixes, service packs, and vendor updates.
Support disaster recovery and business continuity initiatives.
Maintain system security controls and operational standards.
Create and maintain technical documentation and runbooks.
Participate in root cause analysis and problem management.
Provide guidance and mentoring to junior team members.
Support production deployments and planned maintenance, including after-hours.