SAS Tech Services · 12 hours ago
Mainframe Developer- Hardware
United States
Contract
Remote
Senior Level
$55/hr - $62/hr
5+ years expSAS tech is seeking a Mainframe Systems Programmer – Hardware Run responsible for supporting, maintaining, and optimizing enterprise mainframe hardware environments. The role involves proactive hardware maintenance, incident resolution, and configuration management to ensure high availability and performance across multiple client environments.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyTechnical Support
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Proactively maintain mainframe hardware at current and supported microcode levels
Support new client transitions and migrations involving mainframe hardware platforms
Perform IOGEN and other hardware configuration activities
Configure and manage processor, storage, DASD, and tape subsystems, including model conversions and MSU updates
Perform DASD and tape replication using multiple technologies
Troubleshoot and resolve major hardware-related system issues, including Sev1 and Sev2 incidents
Escalate issues to vendors and coordinate service restoration and root cause analysis
Participate in disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution activities
Create tools, processes, documentation, and automation to improve team productivity and efficiency
Perform ITIL-based change management activities, including ticket creation, change implementation, and closure
Provide 24x7 on-call support for service restoration and problem resolution
Work closely with internal teams, accounts, and clients to provide technical consulting as needed
Mentor team members and provide technical guidance when required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in mainframe systems programming or hardware support
Demonstrated experience supporting enterprise-scale mainframe environments
Availability to participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation
Ability to support multiple client environments in a leveraged support model
Extensive knowledge of mainframe hardware environments, including processors, DASD, and tape systems
Experience with Hardware Management Consoles and hardware configuration tools
Strong knowledge of HCD, IODF, IOCP, and IOCDS
Experience working with vendors to diagnose, track, and resolve hardware issues
Knowledge of disk and tape architecture and performance analysis
Experience with IBM Copy Services Manager
Working knowledge of VTAM and TCP/IP concepts
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to document procedures and develop standard operating practices
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and clients
Mainframe Development- Hardware: 5 years (Required)
Preferred
Experience supporting multiple customers from a centralized team
Familiarity with automation frameworks and scripting to streamline operations
Prior experience mentoring junior technical staff
Company
SAS Tech Services
SAS Tech Services is an IT firm that offers IT management, specialist logistics, on-site shredding, and data sanitization services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase