Lead, Systems Administration Automation

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, maintain, and enhance mainframe system automation to support system availability and stability
• Administer and support automation policies, configuration, and custom routines for IBM Z environments and AIOPs
• Monitor system events, automate incident detection and recovery, and ensure proper error notification for subsystem and application failures
• Diagnose, resolve, and document system and automation‑related issues following Change and Incident Management processes
• Maintain automation product levels, apply maintenance (PTFs), and coordinate upgrades and enhancements
• Collaborate with operations, application, and vendor teams to improve automation coverage and reduce manual intervention
• Increase efficiency through automation, templates, and standardization
• Participate in modernization and automation initiatives to improve quality, productivity, and operational maturity
• Provide on‑call or off‑hours support as required by the account

• Strong experience with IBM Z / Mainframe environments
• Hands‑on experience with System Automation products, such as IBM System Automation (SA z/OS), OPS/MVS or equivalent automated operations tools, BMC Main View Auto Operator or similar (where applicable)
• Solid knowledge of z/OS system internals, JES, and subsystem interactions
• Experience with event monitoring, automated recovery, and policy‑based automation
• Working knowledge of ISPF, TSO, JCL, GDPS, Netview, REXX and system diagnostics
• Familiarity with Change, Incident, and Problem Management processes

• 5+ years of experience in Mainframe Systems Programming, Automation, or Operations Engineering
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high‑availability environment
• Customer‑focused mindset with attention to detail

The compensation range for the position in the U.S. is $79,920 to $152,160 based on a full‑time schedule. Pay varies by geography and experience. Eligible for Kyndryl’s discretionary annual bonus program and comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental coverage, disability, retirement benefits, paid leave, and paid time off.

Opportunities to advance from Junior System Administrator to Architect and to work with Cloud Hyperscalers.

Kyndryl does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19; however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccination. Eligible applicants may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.