DataStaff, Inc. ยท 16 hours ago
z/OS System Programmer
United States
Contract
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
12+ years expDataStaff, Inc. is in need of a z/OS System Programmer for a long-term contract opportunity with one of their direct clients in Dallas, TX. The role involves performing standard system programming activities, including configuration, installation, and maintenance in the mainframe environment, as well as supporting software standardization and enhancements.
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Responsibilities
Perform standard system programming activities like configuration, installation & maintenance using SMP/E, and vendor software installations in the mainframe environment
Perform Operating System upgrade and RSU maintenance via z/OSMF Workflow
Advanced System Management: Architect, install, and configure highly complex z/OS environments and third-party software
Support Software Standardization and new Feature implementations
Support other team: storage management, performance tuning, capacity planning, security, networking, and operating procedures from zOS perspective
Work with Mainframe System Programmers staff across tracks to enhance the mainframe environment
Assist team members to solve problems, make innovative improvements and make decisions
Identify and implement system and process improvements in the z/OS environment
Work with application support teams and other internal customers to facilitate business initiatives
Qualification
Required
12+ years of professional work experience as a Mainframe System Programmer in zOS & ISVs
Expertise in performing SMP/E and Non-SMPE Installation of ISV products
Expertise in IBM and Broadcom Software product Install and Upgrades
Mastery of z/OS system commands, utilities, and automation tools
Operating system z/OS V2.5 upgrades or later with z/OSMF workflow execution
IODF, HCD Skillset to add new devices
Fluent in JCL and IBM Utilities (IEBGENER/IEBCOPY/AMASPZAP/DFDSS)
ISPF/TSO and other basic
Basic knowledge of REXX/CLIST
Designing project plan (upgrades, maintenance, decom) with task list for all stakeholders and communicating the timelines with delivery and customer
Formulate roadmaps with all prerequisites to achieve project completion
Preferred
Sysplex and config management (good to have)
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision coverage options
Paid vacation
Sick and holiday leave
401K program available for employees after 6 months
Company
DataStaff, Inc.
DataStaff, Inc. (DSI), founded in 1998, is a small North Carolina women-owned business.
51-200 employees
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Glynda Mealer
CEO
Robert Crabill
Chief Operating Officer
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