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Mainframe Automation System Programmer

United IT Solutions

 

Plano, TX, USA

Posted On: 15+ days ago
Experience: 5+ years
Availability: Hybrid
Openings: 2
Category: Mainframe Automation System Programmer
Tenure: No Preference/Any
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Description

You will design, implement, and maintain automation solutions for mainframe platforms to reduce manual effort and improve operational reliability.

This role is on-site.

Responsibilities

  • Develop automation scripts using Rexx, CLIST, JCL, and Ansible for z/OS to handle routine tasks, health checks, and system recovery.
  • Implement WTOR confirmation automation with validation logic and automate batch scheduling workflows in IBM Workload Scheduler.
  • Create self-healing mechanisms for common issues, such as MQ transmit queue backlogs, DB2 log utilization, and IMS region restarts.
  • Build real-time monitoring dashboards and event-driven automation for proactive remediation, integrating with SIEM/SOC tools for security compliance.
  • Ensure all automation adheres to audit requirements, maintaining version-controlled repositories and capturing execution logs for governance.

Required Skills

  • 5+ years in Mainframe System Programming with a strong focus on automation.
  • Proficiency in Rexx, CLIST, JCL, and IBM Workload Scheduler.
  • Strong understanding of z/OS subsystems (DB2, IMS, CICS, MQ) and operational workflows.
  • Experience with WTOR handling, command automation, and event-driven triggers.
  • Familiarity with version control (Git) and DevOps practices for mainframe environments.
  • Knowledge of REST APIs for mainframe integration with enterprise automation tools.
  • Experience with monitoring tools such as OMEGAMON, RMF/SMF, or IBM Z Monitoring Suite.

Preferred Skills

  • Exposure to Ansible for z/OS or similar automation frameworks.
  • Certifications in IBM z/OS, Automation tools, or ITIL.

Education

Any Graduate

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