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

M&T Bank; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match at 5%

25 days PTO plus 12 paid holidays

40 hours paid volunteer hours per year

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

M&T Bank is seeking a Senior Mainframe Automation SME to enhance automation initiatives in their Mainframe environment. This critical role involves leading the design and implementation of automation, utilizing Broadcom OPS/MVS and IBM System Automation, and requires strong scripting skills.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in z/OS and be capable of driving operational efficiency while mentoring junior engineers. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in automation, specifically in enterprise Mainframe environments.
• Hands-on expertise with Broadcom OPS/MVS and System Automation.
• Strong knowledge of z/OS and scripting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation initiatives in Mainframe environments.
• Develop and maintain automation processes for IPL.
• Troubleshoot complex automation issues across environments.

Skills

Broadcom OPS/MVS

IBM System Automation (SA z/OS)

GDPS automation

NetView

z/OS core components

REXX scripting

Agile practices

Education

7 years of higher education and/or related work experience

Tools

Ansible

Watchtower / observability tools

Job description

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

Clanton, Alabama, United States of America