Z/OS Systems Engineer

Shiftcode Analytics, Inc

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acceptance Testing, Analysis Skills, Architectural Analysis, Assembly Language, Aviation Industry, C Programming Language, Capacity Management, Cobol Programming Language, Data Analysis, Documentation, EAD, Hardware Administration, Hardware Configuration Management, Hardware Installation, Hardware Performance Testing, IBM CICS (Customer Information Control System), IBM DB2, IBM Job Entry Subsystem, IBM Mainframe, IBM Mainframe Hardware, IBM Mainframe Software, IBM Product Family, IBM Rexx Programming Language, IBM Sysplex, IBM VTAM (Virtual Telecommunications Access Method), IBM z-OS Operating System, IDMS (Integrated Database Management System), Independent Software Vendor (ISV), Java, Leading Edge Technology, Mainframe Computer, On Call, Operating Systems, Operational Support, Operations, Operations Planning, Problem Solving Skills, Reporting Skills, Software Administration, Software Configuration Management, Software Development, Software Installation, Status Reports, Symmetric MultiProcessing (SMP) Computing, System Operations, Systems Engineering, Systems Maintenance, TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), Team Player, Test Plan/Schedule, Unix Operating Systems, Vendor/Supplier Relations
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
2 days ago
Z/OS Systems Engineer
United Airlines
Houston TX or Chicago IL- hybrid onsite 3 days per week
3 month initial contract- will likely go permanent or at least extend thereafter
USC or GC preferred, may consider GC-EAD or TN visa but this is C2H- no sponsorship offered.

Job Description:
  • The Digital Technology team is comprised of many talented individuals all working together with cutting-edge technology to build the best airline in the history of aviation.
  • Our team designs develops and maintains massively scaling technology solutions brought to life with innovative architectures data analytics and digital solutions.
Job overview and responsibilities
  • The Senior z/OS Systems Engineer provides critical support for IBM mainframe infrastructure ensuring optimal performance and reliability of z/OS environments.
  • This role combines hands-on technical expertise in mainframe hardware and software with strong problem-solving and collaboration skills across multiple support teams.
  • System Operations Maintenance
  • Provides support for IBM mainframe hardware and software technologies
  • Monitors daily operations of environment
  • Installs configures and maintains IBM ISV mainframe software
  • Requires individual to be on the on call rotation - will be expected to work non-business hours to resolve production problems and perform scheduled off-hour activities
  • Problem Resolution Collaboration
  • Analyzes and coordinates resolution of problems
  • Interfaces with vendor support groups and other departments to ensure proper escalation and coordination towards problem resolution
  • Interfaces with Storage Management CICS Support DB2 Support IDMS Support Capacity Planning Operations Coverage groups and applications staff as required
  • Development Testing
  • Develops IBM mainframe solutions in support of applications development projects
  • Performs acceptance testing of hardware and software solutions
  • Documentation Reporting
  • Develops publishes and maintains documentation related to projects hardware and software configuration and installation
  • Prepares status reports and problem summaries as required
Qualifications
  • External Whats needed to succeed
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 3 years experience with IBM mainframes
  • Working knowledge of the following are required:
  • Z/OS operating systems including JES2
  • IBM Assembler Language programming
  • Parallel Sysplex clustering technology
  • Unix System Services USS
  • IPCS SMP/E
  • TCP/IP / OSA / VTAM
  • WLM - IBM Mainframe
  • z/OS and JES2
  • IBM Assembler JAVA Cobol C REXX
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
  • Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
  • Reliable punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
  • What will help you propel from the pack
Preferred Qualifications:
  • 3-10 years experience with IBM mainframes

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Shiftcode Analytics, Inc