Kforce Inc · 13 hours ago
Mainframe DevOps Engineer - IBM Z Systems - Remote
United States
Contract
Remote
Mid Level
$65/hr - $80/hrKforce Inc is seeking a skilled Mainframe DevOps Engineer to join a high-performing team driving modernization and automation on the IBM Z platform. In this role, you'll bridge traditional mainframe development with modern DevOps practices to improve delivery velocity and support enterprise-scale transformation initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Support and enhance mainframe operational environments by implementing DevOps practices and automation frameworks
Design, build, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using IBM Z DevOps tools and open-source integrations
Collaborate with developers, release managers, and operations teams to improve software delivery and deployment reliability
Leverage mainframe utilities and scripting (JCL, REXX, ISPF, TSO) for automation and orchestration
Participate in transformation initiatives to modernize legacy mainframe workflows into hybrid cloud DevOps pipelines
Qualification
Required
Several years of experience working in a mainframe operations or development environment (z/OS)
Strong knowledge of JCL, TSO, and ISPF
Ability to write and troubleshoot REXX scripts
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Preferred
Experience with mainframe application development using COBOL, PL/I, VSAM/QSAM, or DB2
Familiarity with IBM Z DevOps ecosystem tools such as: ADDI, IDz, zD&T, DBB, Git, UCD, Artifactory, IBM Wazi Deploy, and Migration Utility for z/OS
Knowledge of competing z/OS products or tools
Experience implementing DevOps transformations and pipeline orchestration in enterprise environments
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision insurance
HSA
FSA
401(k)
Life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees
Paid time off
Paid sick leave
Company
Kforce Inc
Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services.
Founded in 1962
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2024-05-20IPO
2014-06-08Acquired
Leadership Team
Aaron Travis
Digital Experience Delivery Director | Kforce Consulting Solutions
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