Metasys Technologies
Mainframe Systems Programmer - (Part-Time)
Metasys Technologies, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80301
Mainframe EngineerBoulder, Co (onsite)12+ Months ProjectPart-time worker (3 days per week)
Overview:
The experienced z/OS systems programmer candidate will join a small team of technical system experts who manage, upgrade, and support IBM zOS Mainframe systemsThe Development Support team provides valuable systems, expertise, and support to Development professionals who are responsible for multiple stages of development from requirements definition, architecture, implementation, and customer support for software and hardware print products.
Responsibilities:
Work on multiple parts of a software product or complex components.Solve challenging software problems using current company guidelines.Incorporate the latest technologies into design and coding to improve efficiency.Make decisions on design changes, improvements, and problem-solving.Recommend and implement software solutions to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.Provide advice on complex software issues to other team members.Lead project teams, ensuring tasks are completed on time and within budget.Ensure projects meet or exceed quality and cost objectives.Make decisions that directly impact project success and customer satisfaction.Provide technical leadership and guidance on software development projects.Follow and improve existing development processes.Help set goals that align with business needs.Maintain accurate project documentation.Take on additional tasks as needed to support the team.
Required Skills:
Mainframe zOS systems software programming experience and expertiseExperience working with hardware to include a basic understanding of FICON/ESCON connectivity, DASD architecture [alias (PAV) management, cryptographic coprocessors, data encryption techniques] and virtual (VTS) tape libraries.zOS experience with catalog management, ISPF/SDSF, z/FS Filesystems, Unix System Services, RACF, JES parameters, SYS1.PARMLIB, SYS1.PROCLIB members.zOS SYSPLEX management including couple dataset definition and coupling facilities.Dataset/Storage/Disk/Tape management (allocation, backup, restore, etc.) including DFDSS, DFSMS storage constructs, DFHSM Mgmt/Cleanup, DFRMM, XCF, System Logger, etc.Ability to debug and resolve Mainframe operating system software issues (across older to current z/OS levels)Work well in a team environmentAbility to teach and assist users and other team membersAvailability to work some weekend / off-shift coverage and maintenance windowsDeep knowledge of zOS and JES System ProgrammingPreferred Skills:• VTAM and TCPIP, OSA and Virtual Interfaces, HiperSockets and VSWITCH• System operator experience• zOS experience with JES2 and JES3• zVM system experience• Linux on z System• zCX (z/OS Container Extensions) Linux on z/OS• Experience providing z/VM hosting support for z/OS and z/VSE Guest systems.• zVSE Mainframe systems software programming experience and knowledge• DS8000 Disk Subsystem, FlashCopy, Tape Library• RACF Security• Experience using z/OSMF and Workflows
Education/ Certfications:• Bachelor's degree preferred with at least 5 -- 7 years of work experience, or equivalent zOS experience.
Metasys Technologies is an equal opportunity employerAll applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability status
Overview:
The experienced z/OS systems programmer candidate will join a small team of technical system experts who manage, upgrade, and support IBM zOS Mainframe systemsThe Development Support team provides valuable systems, expertise, and support to Development professionals who are responsible for multiple stages of development from requirements definition, architecture, implementation, and customer support for software and hardware print products.
Responsibilities:
Work on multiple parts of a software product or complex components.Solve challenging software problems using current company guidelines.Incorporate the latest technologies into design and coding to improve efficiency.Make decisions on design changes, improvements, and problem-solving.Recommend and implement software solutions to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.Provide advice on complex software issues to other team members.Lead project teams, ensuring tasks are completed on time and within budget.Ensure projects meet or exceed quality and cost objectives.Make decisions that directly impact project success and customer satisfaction.Provide technical leadership and guidance on software development projects.Follow and improve existing development processes.Help set goals that align with business needs.Maintain accurate project documentation.Take on additional tasks as needed to support the team.
Required Skills:
Mainframe zOS systems software programming experience and expertiseExperience working with hardware to include a basic understanding of FICON/ESCON connectivity, DASD architecture [alias (PAV) management, cryptographic coprocessors, data encryption techniques] and virtual (VTS) tape libraries.zOS experience with catalog management, ISPF/SDSF, z/FS Filesystems, Unix System Services, RACF, JES parameters, SYS1.PARMLIB, SYS1.PROCLIB members.zOS SYSPLEX management including couple dataset definition and coupling facilities.Dataset/Storage/Disk/Tape management (allocation, backup, restore, etc.) including DFDSS, DFSMS storage constructs, DFHSM Mgmt/Cleanup, DFRMM, XCF, System Logger, etc.Ability to debug and resolve Mainframe operating system software issues (across older to current z/OS levels)Work well in a team environmentAbility to teach and assist users and other team membersAvailability to work some weekend / off-shift coverage and maintenance windowsDeep knowledge of zOS and JES System ProgrammingPreferred Skills:• VTAM and TCPIP, OSA and Virtual Interfaces, HiperSockets and VSWITCH• System operator experience• zOS experience with JES2 and JES3• zVM system experience• Linux on z System• zCX (z/OS Container Extensions) Linux on z/OS• Experience providing z/VM hosting support for z/OS and z/VSE Guest systems.• zVSE Mainframe systems software programming experience and knowledge• DS8000 Disk Subsystem, FlashCopy, Tape Library• RACF Security• Experience using z/OSMF and Workflows
Education/ Certfications:• Bachelor's degree preferred with at least 5 -- 7 years of work experience, or equivalent zOS experience.
Metasys Technologies is an equal opportunity employerAll applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability status