Senior Mainframe Engineer

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FNTS

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51 - 200 employees

Founded 1995

💼 Consulting

📦 Logistics

🏥 Healthcare

Consulting • Logistics • Healthcare

<FNTS> FNTS is a U. S. -based managed service provider with over 30 years of experience delivering secure, compliant, and scalable hybrid IT solutions. It specializes in managed mainframe (IBM Z), IBM Power (IBM i/AIX), HPC, distributed systems, and public cloud services, along with disaster recovery, backup, cybersecurity (managed detection & response, vCISO, incident response), consulting, and software licensing advocacy for regulated enterprises.

📋 Description

• Serve as a technical leader, guiding best practices and mentoring team members on z/OS operating system upgrade optimization • Design and implement standardized approaches for z/OS upgrades and mass maintenance • Lead efforts to optimize system performance, streamline processes, and reduce operational complexity • Oversee installation, configuration, and maintenance of IBM and ISV software products • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and execute operating system upgrades with minimal business impact • Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation and templates for operating system rollouts • Drive adoption of new technologies and capabilities, including Sysplex enhancements and automation frameworks • Act as the subject matter expert for mainframe infrastructure projects, providing technical direction and governance • Provide advanced troubleshooting and resolution for escalated incidents beyond Level 1 support • Participate in after-hours and weekend support as required

🎯 Requirements

• Proven experience in z/OS operating system upgrades, mass maintenance deployment, and software installation • In-depth knowledge of z/OS components: JES2, HCD/IODF, SMP/E, WLM, OMVS/USS, SMF/RMF, ASM, GRS, SDSF, TSO and RACF • Strong understanding of communication protocols (VTAM, TCP/IP) and LPAR configuration via HMC • Expertise in storage management (SMS, HSM, DFDSS, VSAM, IDCAMS, ICF Catalogs) • Minimum 10 years of experience as a Mainframe Senior Systems Engineer • Candidates must possess unrestricted work authorization and not require future sponsorship • Familiarity with mainframe automation and monitoring tools • Experience with major subsystems (CICS TS, IMS, DB2 and IBM MQ) • Knowledge of tape library configuration, printer setup, and TCP/IP server configuration • Understanding of IBM Z hardware architecture • Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams, influence decisions, and set strategic direction • Skilled in developing repeatable, standardized processes for complex system upgrades and migrations • Strong problem-solving mindset with a focus on efficiency and continuous improvement • Excellent communication skills—able to articulate technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences

🏖️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance • 401k, With Matching Contributions • Time Off Programs • Health Savings Account (HSA)/Dependent Care • Employee Banking • Growth Opportunities • Tuition Assistance • Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance • Work-life balance • Remote work arrangement • Occasional travel may be required for in-person meetings