Description

Your expertise: You have 10+ years’ experience in z/OS systems programming or a similar senior engineering role. Your qualifications include:

Deep knowledge of z/OS internals – Expert skills in z/OS operating system architecture, design, and implementation, with mastery of core z/OS components and subsystems.

Parallel Sysplex & Coupling Facility mastery – Comprehensive experience in Geographically Dispersed Parallel Sysplex (GDPS) operations and Coupling Facility management to ensure high availability and minimal outages.

SMP/E and system installation – Hands-on expertise with SMP/E packaging, installation, and maintenance of z/OS software and operating system; capable of planning and executing complex system upgrades and ensuring OS currency (experience up to z/OS 3.1 preferred).

Programming & Scripting – Proficiency in REXX, TSO/ISPF, JCL, and other system programming languages; familiarity with Assembler coding is a plus.

Performance & Tools – Strong analytical skills and thorough knowledge of z/OS performance tuning and system utilities; experience with IBM and non-IBM system management tools, monitoring, and problem determination utilities.

Problem Management & Support – Proven experience providing Level 3 support for mainframe OS infrastructure, including diagnosing complex system issues and devising permanent solutions. 

• Independent and Proactive – A self-driven engineer capable of working independently, taking initiative in identifying system improvements, and proactively addressing potential issues or vulnerabilities.

• Change Management & Documentation – Good understanding of change management processes, with an ability to write clear system design and architecture documents (e.g., network and system design concept documents) and to guide technical changes from concept through production.

• Continuous Learning & Strategic Thinking – Eagerness to learn new technologies and practices, reusing strategic platforms and standards; adept at evaluating options and making long-term architectural decisions that ensure sustainability.

• Communication & Leadership – Strong communication skills are essential: fluent English (written and spoken) is mandatory, and German language skills are a plus. You are comfortable presenting complex technical decisions to stakeholders and senior management. You also demonstrate leadership through mentoring and by influencing architecture and engineering best practices across the mainframe community

Key Skills

Education

Any Gradute