Python Automation Engineer - Mainframe, ZO/S

Employment Eligibility Statement:
Due to specific project and client requirements, this position is open to U.S. Citizens and U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents (Green Card holders). Sponsorship is not available at this time.
Danta Technologies evaluates all candidates in compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and EEOC guidelines. All hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Note:
This position is based in Alpharetta, GA, and requires 5 days per week working from the office.
Only candidates who are currently located within the United States will be considered.
Applications from candidates residing outside the USA will not be accepted.


Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Python Automation Engineer(Mainframe and zO/S environment) with expertise in Python development, automation scripting, and Unix/Linux administration to build and support data integration, reporting, and process automation solutions within a z/OS environment. The role involves developing data extraction and loading processes, automating operational workflows, enabling centralized reporting, and supporting enterprise infrastructure platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain Python-based automation scripts and solutions for infrastructure and operational processes.
• Build extract, transform, and load (ETL) scripts to provide data feeds from patch and RSU maintenance databases to a centralized database.
• Design and implement processes for extracting data required for centralized reporting and management reviews.
• Build and maintain data ingestion processes for vendor data feed reporting.
• Develop automated daily reporting and summary generation processes for management and operational teams.
• Assist in automating process flows, workflow tracking, and operational activities defined through the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with infrastructure and platform teams to improve reporting accuracy, process efficiency, and automation capabilities.
• Maintain technical documentation for automation solutions, reporting processes, and data integration workflows

Mandatory Skills:

• Strong expertise in Python development and automation scripting.
• 6-10 years of hands-on experience in Python development.
• Unix/Linux administration experience.
• Git version control and source code management.
• Jenkins and CI/CD pipeline knowledge.
• Experience developing ETL, data integration, and reporting solutions.
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and analytical skills.

Preferred Skills:

• z/Python development experience.
• ZOWE API Mediation Layer experience.
• z/OSMF experience.
• z/OS and USS (Unix System Services) knowledge.
• PostgreSQL database experience.
• Familiarity with mainframe-based automation and integration frameworks.

Other Requirements:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with enterprise reporting and operational data.
• Strong documentation and technical writing capabilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with infrastructure, operations, and engineering teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.

Notes:- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Benefits: Danta offers a compensation package to all W2 employees that are competitive in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, the option to elect healthcare insurance (Dental, Medical, Vision), Major holidays and Paid sick leave as per state law.

The rate/ Salary range is dependent on numerous factors including Qualification, Experience and Location.