z/VM System Programmer - Remote

BMC Software; United States; Remote; USD 51,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

BMC Software seeks a Senior z/VM and Linux on Z Systems Administrator to join their team, focusing on the installation and optimization of IBM Z infrastructures. This role demands substantial experience with z/VM and Linux to ensure high functionality and support for cutting-edge mainframe products.

Qualifications

• Seven or more years experience with z/VM Hypervisor, Linux on Z.
• Strong knowledge of IBM products and utilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks during system interruptions.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain z/VM and Linux environments.
• Manage virtual machines and optimize system performance.
• Ensure system security and provide technical support.

Skills

z/VM Hypervisor

Linux on Z

System performance management

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Description and Requirements

CareerArc Code

CA-BS #LI-BS1 Remote: #LI-Remote

"At BMC trust is not just a word - it's a way of life!"

We are an award-winning, equal opportunity, culturally diverse, fun place to be. Giving back to the community drives us to be better every single day. Our work environment allows you to balance your priorities, because we know you will bring your best every day. We will champion your wins and shout them from the rooftops. Your peers will inspire, drive, support you, and make you laugh out loud!

We help our customers free up time and space to become an Autonomous Digital Enterprise that conquers the opportunities ahead - and are relentless in the pursuit of innovation!

You will be working as a member of the Mainframe Technical Services infrastructure support team. Our mission is to provide the IBM Z infrastructure (hardware and software) required by the Intelligent Z Optimization and Transformation (IZOT) business unit, R&D teams, and related Sales, and Customer Support organizations.

The Senior z/VM and Linux on Z Systems Administrator is responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of IBM z/VM and Linux environments on IBM Z mainframes. This role involves managing virtualized resources, ensuring system performance, security, and availability, and providing technical support for complex issues. The administrator will also play a key role in planning and implementing system upgrades and new technologies.
BMC is looking for a talented z/OS Platform Systems Admin to join our family working on packaging, enhancing, and monitoring internal systems used to deliver mainframe products to BMC customers.
Here is how, through this exciting role, YOU will contribute to BMC's and your own success:

• Install, test, implement, maintain, enhance, and support z/VM operating systems, subsystems, and infrastructure applications and/or associated facilities.
• Provisioning virtual machines, including loading of standard Linux image (Red Hat, SUSE and Ubuntu) and related software.
• Configuration of network interfaces; VSWITCH setup and interfaces to Linux on System z guests.
• Ongoing maintenance and support including review of vendor-supplied maintenance materials, e.g., IBM RSU & PUT, to ensure installation of recommended levels of software/firmware.
• Management and use of Velocity zVPS product suite and IBM Performance Toolkit.
• Use DirMaint and native directory management for managing CP directories.
• Support of IBM Backup and Restore Manager, Tape Manager and DFSMS products for z/VM backups.
• Insure interoperability of operating system and program products from IBM and/or ISV’s.
• Perform problem analysis and work with IBM to resolve problems on all supported subsystems.
• Work with Mainframe Technical Services support group to test operating system and program products to insure compatibility with vendor-supplied changes.
• Participate in vendor early ship/early support programs as needed.
• Participate in BMC beta/early ship/early support programs whenever possible and feasible.
• Implement new hardware and software technologies as required.
• Develops documentation; receives and provide knowledge transfer to peers.
• Demonstrate teamwork support by expressing a collaborative attitude and sharing technical know-how. Support BMC disaster recovery/business continuity programs as directed.

To ensure you’re set up for success, you will bring the following skillset & experience:

• Seven or more years experience with and proficient knowledge of z/VM Hypervisor, CP, CMS, SFS, REXX, SS, z/VM networking including VSWITCH,VTAM, TCP/IP, RSCS, z/OS guest support and virtual coupling facility support and Linux on Z builds.
• Experience in a systems support background, including a strong working knowledge of procedures to apply IBM software service in the z/VM environment.
• Expert knowledge of and proficiency with installation, configuration, and maintenance processes.
• Expert knowledge of and proficiency with IBM products and utilities - required; preferred experience with BMC utilities - a plus.
• Be willing to learn and work with modified maintenance procedures and setups unique to BMC.
• Thorough problem-solving skills, a demonstrated ability to work issues to resolution, and independent work habits are necessary requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous tasks.
• Ability to remain calm, cordial, and effective during the resolution of time critical system interruptions/difficulties/failures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Whilst these are nice to have, our team can help you develop in the following skills:

• Working knowledge of z/OS systems administration, including USS, TSO, ISPF, SDSF, JES2/JES3, JCL, SMF, REXX, and SMPE
• Experience with the former Innovation Data Products FDRPASVM and Upstream products.
• Experience with RACF on z/VM.
• Experience using the IBM Z HMC.

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Our commitment to you!

BMC’s culture is built around its people. We have 6000+ brilliant minds working together across the globe. You won’t be known just by your employee number, but for your true authentic self. BMC lets you be YOU!

If after reading the above, You’re unsure if you meet the qualifications of this role but are deeply excited about BMC and this team, we still encourage you to apply! We want to attract talents from diverse backgrounds and experience to ensure we face the world together with the best ideas!

BMC is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, age, sex, creed, color, religion, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, disabled veteran or status as a protected veteran. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, visit the accommodation request page.

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BMC Software maintains a strict policy of not requesting any form of payment in exchange for employment opportunities, upholding a fair and ethical hiring process.
The annual base salary range represents the low and high end of the BMC salary range for this position. Actual salaries depend on a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training, licensure, and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
The range listed is just one component of BMC's employee compensation package. Other rewards may include a variable plan and country specific benefits.
At BMC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at /near the top of the range. A reasonable estimate of the current range is £ 51,825 - £ 86,375

Min salary

51,825

Mid point salary

69,100

Max salary

86,375