Senior Mainframe IMS Systems Programmer (Remote)

Ensono; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited Paid Days Off

401k with company match

Dental, vision, disability, life and A

Flexible spending accounts

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Ensono is seeking an Expert Mainframe Systems Programmer for IMS with deep experience in administration and systems programming. The role focuses on premium support for IMS and related OEM software, including customer migrations, 24/7 coverage, and robust change control adherence.

The ideal candidate brings a strong track record in DM environments and software management. Responsibilities include installing OEM IMS products, resolving IMS/database issues, and collaborating across teams to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 12+ years of professional IMS experience in administration and systems programming.
• Experience with IMS best practices in software management, maintenance and documentation.
• Experience configuring IMS in parallel sysplex environments.
• Ability to develop IMS strategies, processes and best practices.
• Troubleshooting IMS system and database issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide premium support to Ensono mainframe IMS clients.
• Offer primary support for IMS and OEM software products.
• Provide 24x7x365 support across time zones.
• Install OEM software products following Ensono best practices.
• Support customer migrations related to IMS and OEM products.
• Assist migration planning with project managers to meet timelines.
• Collaborate with Disaster Recovery to execute DR plans.
• Follow ITSM change control procedures.

Skills

JCL skills

IMS System Programming

Database administration

VSAM/OSAM knowledge

Parallel sysplex

Troubleshooting IMS

Documentation & maintenance

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

IBM IMS tools

CA IMS tools

SMP/E

Job description

Ensono is seeking an Expert Mainframe Systems Programmer for IMS with deep experience in administration and systems programming. The role focuses on premium support for IMS and related OEM software, including customer migrations, 24/7 coverage, and robust change control adherence.

The ideal candidate brings a strong track record in DM environments and software management. Responsibilities include installing OEM IMS products, resolving IMS/database issues, and collaborating across teams to ensure