Senior Specialist, Infrastructure Engineer

BNY Mellon; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BNY Mellon in Jersey City, NJ seeks an experienced Senior Specialist, Infrastructure Engineer to manage and upgrade DB2 on z/OS, lead complex mainframe initiatives, and provide 24x7 coverage for critical systems. The role requires strong DB2, SMPE, and vendor collaboration skills in a fast-paced financial services environment.

Responsibilities include installation, troubleshooting, DR exercises, and coordination across teams, with weekend work as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong z/OS Mainframe Systems Programming background, including SMPE.

Responsibilities

• Install/configure/upgrade DB2 and related software products including middleware.
• Troubleshoot DB2 subsystem problems.
• Customize software to meet user needs.
• Communicating, Scheduling and coordination of changes, requests and incidents.
• Initiate and participate in Proofs of Concept for new technologies.
• Participate in Disaster Recovery and other mainframe exercises.
• Work after normal business hours and on weekends to perform software upgrades and coverage.
• Support multiple projects/upgrades/initiatives simultaneously.
• Be available to provide 24X7 coverage and respond to calls for assistance in a timely manner.
• Designs, implements, integrates, and provides full support for complex software in a multi-tiered, multi-platform environment.
• Researches and recommends the appropriate system software to meet corporate standards and objectives for system performance.
• Identifies and solves complex and critical systems related issues to meet the objectives for the corporation.
• Provides input into platform selection, version implementation, software product recommendation, and usage of enhanced functionality.
• Assists with complex issues in the installation, support, troubleshooting, and repair of data centre equipment.
• Implements, integrates, and provides full support for middleware software in a multi-tiered, multi-platform environment.
• Collaborates and consults with application development teams to determine middleware platform selection, efficient transaction design, use and recovery procedures in line with business requirements.
• Communicates with internal and external system users to address concerns and make sure that technical issues are dealt with appropriately.
• Manage ticket queues and handles complex escalated issues.
• Analyze repeat incident patterns to identify opportunities for cost reduction and productivity enhancements.
• Work with vendors to ensure efficient incident resolution.

Skills

z/OS Mainframe

DB2

DB2 Data Sharing

REXX Programming

Performance Tuning

Vendor Coordination

ServiceNow

JIRA

DB2 Connect LUW

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

BMC Catalog Manager

BMC Apptune

IBM Optim

Rocket-S Shadow

Broadcom SYSVIEW

Informatica PowerExchange

IBM Q/SQL-Rep

Job description

Senior Specialist, Infrastructure Engineer

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees' growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world's investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance - and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

In this role, you'll make an impact in the following ways:

• Install/configure/upgrade DB2 and related software products.This includes middleware. products that may have both mainframe and distributed components.


• TroubleshootDB2 subsystem problems.


• Customize software to meet user needs.


• Communicating, Scheduling and coordination of changes, requests and incidents.


• Initiate and participate in Proofs of Concept for new technologies.


• Participate in Disaster Recovery and other mainframe exercises.


• Work after normal business hours and on weekends to perform software upgrades and coverage.


• Support multiple projects/upgrades/initiatives simultaneously.


• Be available to provide 24X7 coverage and support and respond to calls for assistance in a timely manner.


• Designs, implements, integrates, and provides full support for complex software in a multi-tiered, multi-platform environment.


• Researches and recommends the appropriate system software to meet corporate standards and objectives for system performance.


• Identifies and solves complex and critical systems related issues to meet the objectives for the corporation.


• Provides input into platform selection, version implementation, software product recommendation, and usage of enhanced functionality.


• Assists with complex issues in the installation, support, troubleshooting, and repair of data centre equipment.


• Implements, integrates, and provides full support for middleware software in a multi-tiered, multi-platform environment.


• Collaborates and consults with application development teams to determine middleware platform selection, efficient transaction design, use and recovery procedures in line with business requirements.


• Communicates with internal and external system users to address concerns and make sure that technical issues are dealt with appropriately.


• Manage ticket queues and handles complex escalated issues.


• Analyze repeat incident patterns to identify opportunities for cost reduction and productivity enhancements.


• Work with vendors to ensure efficient incident resolution.

To be successful in this role, we're seeking the following:

• Strong z/OS Mainframe Systems Programming background, including SMPE.


• Senior level knowledge of DB2 and DB2 Data Sharing.


• Experience working with vendors to resolve software and Systems issues.


• Installation and Maintenance of DB2 Program Product Installations (with creating Implementation and Backout Plans)


• Ability to provide coverage for DB2 and Product installations and the many mainframe initiatives. Willing to work weekends.


• Strong Knowledge of REXX Programming


• DB2 Connect on LUW skills are huge pluses.


• Experience with Performance/Monitoring products and performance tuning is a plus


• Knowledge on products like BMC-Catalog Manager, BMC-Apptune, IBM-Optim, Rocket-Shadow,Broadcom-SYSVIEW, Informatica-Powerexchange, IBMQ/SQL-Rep


• Able to communicate effectively with application programmers and DBA's.


• TroubleshootDB2 subsystem problems and resolve them in a timely manner.


• Ability to lead projects and complete them on schedule.


• Experience with Service Now and JIRA.


• Bachelor's degree in computer science or at least 5 years of equivalent work experience required.4-5 years of related experience required; experience in the securities or financial services industry is a plus.

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• America's Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025


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• \"Most Just Companies\", Just Capital and CNBC, 2025

Our Benefits and Rewards:

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life's journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base salary for this position is expected to be between $72,000 and$110,000peryearat the commencement of employment. However, base salary if hired will be determined on an individualized basis, including as to experience and market location, and is only part of the BNY total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, short and long-term incentive packages, and company- sponsored benefit programs.

This position is at-will and the Company reserves the right to modify base (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, change in geographic location, Company or individual department/team.