Advantage Technical ยท 1 day ago
IBMi Systems Engineer
Acton, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$70/hr - $100/hrAdvantage Technical is connecting top talent in technology and engineering with forward-looking companies. They are seeking an experienced IBM Power Systems Engineer to deliver the physical installation, configuration, and migration of a new IBM Power11 S1122 server, requiring deep hands-on expertise across IBM i, Power hardware, VIOS, and backup/restore operations.
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Responsibilities
Assess and define networking requirements
Verify OS, firmware, and compatibility levels across Power9, Power11, vHMC, HMC, and LTO9
Apply latest PTFs to IBM i 7.4
Upgrade Power9 firmware
Install and configure vHMC
Validate system connectivity and document architecture/design
Rack, cable, and power Power11, LTO9, and storage
Configure eBMC (ASMI): TCP/IP, hostname, and NTP
Logically connect and discover Power11 via vHMC; configure VMI
Perform LTO9 migration (Power9 Power11) including Option 21 workflow
Test and troubleshoot hardware connectivity
Stage VIOS images in vHMC repository
Build and configure dual VIOS (v4.1) with validated CPU, memory, and virtual processor settings
Assign and validate I/O adapters and storage using WWPNs
Configure Ethernet Channel ports, SEA adapters, TCP/IP, hostnames, and domain
Apply IBM best practices and validate end-to-end connectivity
Create and configure new LPARs with network and storage adapters
IPL Power11 from Option 21 (LTO9, IBM i 7.4)
Configure SST, NVMe ASP, devices, and networking
Restore system from LTO9 backup
Apply license keys
Validate system values, devices, printers, subsystems, job scheduler, and backup configuration
Document final connectivity and system state
Support save/restore strategy and rack coexistence of Power9 and Power11
Alternative migration approach using new LPAR with network-based data transfer (QEDD license optional)
Provide guidance on trade-offs between migration methods
Qualification
Required
Strong hands-on experience with IBM Power Systems (Power9/Power11)
Deep expertise in IBM i 7.4, VIOS, vHMC, and LPAR configuration
Proven experience with Option 21 backups/restores and LTO tape (LTO9 preferred)
Hardware racking, cabling, and data center deployment experience
Excellent troubleshooting and documentation skills
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement and savings plans
Paid holidays and time off
Supplemental insurance
Additional wellness or incentive programs
Company
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