Senior Mainframe Automation - OPS/MVS / System Automation / GDPS

M&T Bank Corporation; Clanton, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

401(k) match 5%

Flexible work arrangements

PTO 25 days

Paid holidays

Volunteer hours

Job summary

M&T Bank Corporation is seeking a Senior Mainframe Automation SME to lead automation initiatives in the enterprise Mainframe environment. You will design, implement, and optimize automation using OPS/MVS, SA z/OS, and GDPS, enhancing resiliency and supporting modernization efforts across platforms.

The role requires strong z/OS core knowledge, REXX scripting, and a track record in high-availability production environments, with after-hours support during critical change windows when needed.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of combined higher education and/or related work experience.
• Extensive hands-on enterprise automation experience required.
• Strong knowledge of Broadcom OPS/MVS and IBM System Automation (SA z/OS).

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, and optimization of Mainframe automation using OPS/MVS and System Automation.
• Develop and maintain IPL automation for startup/shutdown with stability and minimal manual intervention.
• Support and improve Disaster Recovery processes including GDPS workflows and recovery automation.

Skills

OPS/MVS

System Automation

GDPS

NetView

z/OS knowledge

REXX scripting

Incident management

HA production support

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Ansible

REST API

Job description

## Senior Mainframe Automation - OPS/MVS / System Automation / GDPSApplyremote type: Remote Eligible, USAlocations: Remote, USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R86762**Job Summary**We are seeking a Senior Mainframe Automation SME to lead and drive automation initiatives within the enterprise Mainframe environment. This role requires deep expertise in Broadcom OPS/MVS, IBM System Automation (SA z/OS), and GDPS, along with strong knowledge of z/OS core components, NetView, and IPL processes. The candidate will enhance automation maturity, improve resiliency, and support modernization efforts across the platform.**Key Responsibilities*** Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of Mainframe automation using OPS/MVS and System Automation.* Develop, enhance, and maintain automation for IPL (startup/shutdown) with a focus on stability, repeatability, and minimal manual intervention.* Support and improve Disaster Recovery (DR) processes, including GDPS workflows and recovery automation.* Partner with z/OS, Middleware, Application, Scheduling, and Infrastructure teams to align automation with operational and business requirements.* Drive phased IPL automation strategies to support controlled startup/shutdown during maintenance windows.* Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation and system issues across Production, Non‐Prod, and Staging environments.* Create and maintain operational documentation, runbooks, and standards to ensure supportability and knowledge transfer.* Mentor junior engineers and promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.* Participate in Agile ceremonies; contribute to backlog refinement, PI planning, and roadmap definition.**Required Skills & Experience*** Combined minimum of 7 years’ higher education and/or related work experience* Strong hands‐on expertise in enterprise automation.* Broadcom OPS/MVS: rule development/tuning, automation frameworks, and use of newer product capabilities.* IBM System Automation (SA z/OS): policy configuration, resource automation, and operational integration.* GDPS: strong understanding and experience with GDPS automation (e.g., Metro/Global/XRC concepts as applicable).* NetView: monitoring/integration experience and operational troubleshooting.* Strong z/OS core knowledge: JES2/JES3 concepts (as applicable), SYSLOG/message handling, WTORs, system start/stop sequencing, and IPL procedures.* Strong scripting skills with REXX (advanced), and ability to build supportable automation solutions.* Demonstrated ability to work in high‐availability production environments and lead incident/problem resolution.**Preferred / Desired Skills*** 8–12+ years of Mainframe experience with* Watchtower / observability tooling experience.* Ansible playbook development for Mainframe automation.* OPS/MVS REST API integration (e.g., integrating automation workflows with external orchestration tools).* Experience modernizing automation processes and implementing standardization and documentation best practices.* Experience working in Agile delivery models.**Soft Skills & Competencies*** Excellent communication and stakeholder management across technical and non‐technical teams.* Strong ownership, accountability, and bias for action.* Ability to lead, mentor, and influence in a matrixed environment.* Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills; capable of managing multiple priorities.* Comfortable providing after‐hours support during critical change windows (e.g., IPL weekends) when required.**Role Level*** Senior SME / Individual Contributor (may serve as technical lead for Mainframe Automation).* **We support our team members with generous benefits.*** Competitive compensation* Health, welfare, and retirement benefits* 401(k) match at 5%* Work-life balance and flexible work arrangements* Banking Officers start with 25 days PTO plus 12 paid holidays* 40 hours paid volunteer hours per year* Much more. For details, see: M&T Benefits Overview#LI-JB3M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $97,100.00 - $161,800.00 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation. The range listed above corresponds to our national pay range for this role. The specific pay range applicable to you may vary based on your location.# **Location**Clanton, Alabama, United States of America### About UsGreat companies have an enduring sense of purpose. At M&T, our purpose is a simple one: **make a difference in people’s lives and uplift the communities we serve**. M&T Bank Corporation is a financial holding company headquartered in Buffalo, New York. M&T’s affiliates offer advice, guidance, expertise and solutions across the entire financial spectrum, combining M&T Bank’s traditional banking services with the wealth management and institutional capabilities offered by Wilmington Trust. M&T Bank has a network of over 1,000 branches and 2,200 ATMs that span 12 states from Maine to Virginia and Washington, D.C. For more than 165 years, M&T has strived to take an active role in our communities and build long-lasting relationships with our customers. We are a bank for communities—combining the capabilities of a large bank with the care of a locally focused institution.**As an employer of choice, we are proud to offer** **competitive benefits** ranging from medical and retirement to forty hours of paid volunteer time, each year. Our core values – integrity, ownership, collaboration, curiosity, and candor – drive the work we do. We seek to further build upon our record of success by bringing in top talent and fresh skill sets while continuing to support the growth and development of all our team members. ViewM&T’s Human Capital Report to learn more.**Ready to join our team?** Submit your application today!If you are unable to apply through this site due to technical issues or need an accommodation to apply, please contact us at [e-mail] for assistance.