TEKsystems · 7 hours ago
Mainframe Systems Programmer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$34.61/hr - $57.68/hr
7+ years expTEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, and they are seeking a Mainframe Systems Programmer to engineer, maintain, and support middleware technologies within IBM z/OS environments. The role focuses on ensuring the stability, security, and overall performance of enterprise applications that rely on mainframe middleware tools.
Information Technology
Responsibilities
Deploy, configure, and support middleware platforms including CICS, IMS TM/DB, IBM MQ, WebSphere Application Server, Connect:Direct, FTP/SFTP, z/OS Connect, and other related technologies
Assist with application rollouts, testing cycles, and integration activities across distributed and mainframe environments
Monitor system performance and availability using tools such as OMEGAMON, SYSVIEW, CICS PA, c/Prof, and other monitoring solutions
Diagnose and resolve advanced middleware issues; coordinate with vendors or external partners when necessary
Automate routine processes, recovery steps, and operational tasks to improve resiliency and efficiency
Maintain operational procedures, technical runbooks, and architecture documentation
Provide support for z/OS components tied to middleware operation, including SMP/E, JCL, REXX, PARMLIB, and PROCLIB
Support maintenance activities such as patching, upgrades, and IPL planning
Contribute to performance tuning and capacity planning efforts
Ensure system configurations and documentation remain current and follow established standards
Participate in an on-call rotation for middleware and system-related support
Collaborate with application teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize end-to-end performance
Engage in disaster recovery preparation, testing, and execution
Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing within the group
Utilize platforms like ServiceNow and Jira to manage work, prioritize tasks, and support Agile delivery models
Follow internal risk, compliance, and control requirements, raising concerns when needed
Perform additional duties aligned with the needs of the team
Qualification
Required
7+ years of combined education and/or professional experience relevant to the role
Ability to interpret technical documents and understand complex system concepts
Strong foundation in IBM z/OS and core mainframe systems programming
Practical experience working with at least one major middleware platform such as CICS, MQ, IMS, or WebSphere
Proficiency with SMP/E, JCL, REXX, CLIST, and commonly used automation tools
Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work in large-scale enterprise environments
Preferred
Experience working with Sysplex environments, z/OSMF, or other high-availability frameworks
Familiarity with mainframe networking technologies (TCPIP, VTAM, Comm Server, certificate management)
Knowledge of service management and Agile tools such as ServiceNow and Jira
Exposure to DevOps practices, automation pipelines, or modernization initiatives for mainframe ecosystems
Understanding of hybrid cloud or mainframe‑to‑cloud integration concepts
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or related discipline
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Company
TEKsystems
At TEKsystems, they understand people. Every year they deploy over 80,000 IT professionals at 6,000 client sites across North America,
10001+ employees
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