z/OS Software Engineer (Boulder, CO)

Paladin Consulting; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is currently hiring a z/OS Software Engineer to work onsite in Boulder, CO. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of z/OS systems programming experience and will be responsible for maintaining and upgrading IBM z/OS operating systems, providing troubleshooting and mentoring. Join a family-oriented team where you will have opportunities to contribute and grow your skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Free parking

Casual dress code

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of z/OS systems programming experience.
• Expert knowledge in IBM z/OS operating systems.
• Proven ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to z/OS Mainframe tasks and projects.
• Upgrade systems and resolve issues.
• Support and educate users and team members.

Skills

z/OS systems programming

Problem-solving

Communication

Mentoring

RACF administration

IBM software installation

Catalog management

Unix System Services

Education

High school or equivalent

Tools

IBM z/OS

ISPF/SDSF

DFSMS

Job description

Paladin Consulting is currently hiring a z/OS Software Engineer to join our team working onsite at our client's office located in Boulder, CO.

We work with companies that offer environments for our employees to contribute, learn, and advance their career. We treat you like you are part of the family.

Job Title

z/OS Software Engineer

Work Location

Boulder, CO

Duration

Long-term contract with option to hire

Hours

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Education/Experience Required

High school or equivalent

Job Description & Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be provided an opportunity to immediately contribute to zOS Mainframe related tasks and projects, as well as opportunities to utilize, increase, and share their technical knowledge and skills in the mainframe operating systems.
• The candidate will leverage their expertise of mainframe operating systems and strong problem-solving skills to upgrade systems, resolve system issues, and to support, assist, and educate users and other team members.
• The new team member will be expected to assume additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Must work effectively in a team environment, but also be able to carry out tasks independently while working alongside industry experts.

Skills & Qualifications

• Experienced Systems programmer, not an application developer/programmer.
• Successful candidate will be performing the tasks of a zOS systems programmer maintaining and upgrading the zOS Operating System and supporting users.
• Minimum 5–7 years of direct z/OS systems programming experience (or equivalent). The candidate needs to be a systems expert with experience.
• Extensive hands-on experience with z/OS systems programming (not operations or development).
• Expert knowledge and experience of:
  • Catalog management, ISPF/SDSF, z/FS, Unix System Services.
  • JES2/JES3, SYS1.PARMLIB, SYS1.PROCLIB.
  • Configuration of couple datasets.
  • RACF administration (User IDs, Groups, Certificates, Resources, KeyRings).
  • IBM software installation via ServerPac, z/OSMF, CBPDO.
  • DFSMS, DFHSM, DFDSS, DFRMM, System Logger, XCF.
  • DASD architecture, FICON/ESCON, cryptographic coprocessors, VTS.
• Proven ability to work independently and take full ownership of z/OS tasks.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills.
• There will be no extensive lifting, standing, or walking.
• Parking is free.
• Dress Code: Dress code is casual business attire.
• Driving: No driving is required

Knowledge and skill to

• Independently maintain, upgrade, and support IBM z/OS operating systems.
• Provide expert-level troubleshooting and resolution of system-level issues.
• Perform advanced system programming tasks including RACF administration and IBM software installations.
• Educate and assist users and team members on z/OS capabilities and best practices.
• Participate in scheduled maintenance windows, including occasional off- hours or weekend work.

For more information or to view other opportunities, visit us at www.paladininc.com.

Paladin is an EEOC employer.