Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer – zOS

November 6

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Ensono

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Cloud Services • IT Services • Managed Services

Ensono is a managed service provider and expert technology advisor focused on enabling clients to navigate complex IT environments. Ensono offers services including mainframe-as-a-service, cloud migration, and IT infrastructure management, with a strong emphasis on modernizing legacy systems and optimizing IT operations. The company is recognized for its flexibility and allyship, providing businesses with the ability to adapt and evolve through solutions like Ensono Flex®. It specializes in both mainframe and cloud solutions, holding competency in AWS mainframe modernization and is a global Azure Expert MSP. Ensono acts as an ally, helping companies achieve better business outcomes through IT innovation and strategic technology advisement.

1001 - 5000 employees

📋 Description

• The Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer provides support for on-going projects that require the installation, testing, and implementation of new z/OS operating systems and other 'system' software. • Maintenance and debugging of systems software. • Coordination with other technical teams (CICS, Database, Network, Hardware/Storage, etc) in accomplishing assigned tasks. • Research and evaluation of new software and hardware products. • Assisting team members and other areas with technical questions and problem resolution. • Monitoring and tuning of systems software. • Functional knowledge, use of z/OS components and detailed knowledge of support products such as tape management, scheduling, security, monitoring systems, and other z/OS supporting systems software. • Setup of parameters. • Communication with vendors. • Participation/contribution to technical projects. • In depth knowledge and understanding of z/OS and related product software z/OS. • PARMLIB configuration and JES2 customization. • Ability to support in solving problems and implementing changes on z/OS environments.

🎯 Requirements

• Minimum of 10+ years of experience within a mainframe environment within a large enterprise • Bachelor’s degree required and/or equivalent work experience • Knowledge and understanding of z/OS and z/OS installation and maintenance including SMP/E. • Advanced knowledge of TSO/ISPF, SDSF, JCL. • Advanced knowledge of Unix System Services (USS) • Advanced knowledge of Unix System Services (USS) file system management and security • Experience installing software within Unix System Services (USS) • Ability to work well as a team member. • Stress resistant in case of Major Incident- and/or emergency situations. • Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills • Customer Service skills at management level • Strong collaboration and teamwork skills • Must be self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. • Strong communication skills to liaise with cross-functional teams as well as provide guidance to junior team members. • Methodical and disciplined approach to work. • Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities. • Good planning and organizational skills . • Initiative and good learning abilities.

🏖️ Benefits

• Unlimited Paid Days Off • Three health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield • 401k with company match • Eligibility for dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life and AD&D coverage, and flexible spending accounts • Paid Maternity Leave, Paternity Leave, and Sabbatical Leave • Education Reimbursement, Student Loan Assistance or 529 College Funding • Enhanced fertility coverage • Wellness program • Flexible work schedule • Depending on location, ability to take advantage of fitness centers