Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer – z/OS
Listed on 2026-10-13
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IT/Tech
Systems Engineer, Systems Administrator, IT Support
Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer – z/OSRemote - United StatesJR
014365
At Ensono, our Purpose is to be a relentless ally, disrupting the status quo and unleashing our clients to Do Great Things! We enable our clients to achieve key business outcomes that reshape how our world runs. As an expert technology adviser and managed service provider with cross-platform certifications, Ensono empowers our clients to keep up with continuous change and embrace innovation.
We can Do Great Things because we have great Associates. The Ensono Core Values unify our diverse talents and are woven into how we do business. These five traits are the key to achieving our purpose.
HONESTY, RELIABILITY, COLLABORATION, CURIOSITY, PASSION
Role SummaryThe Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer provides support for on-going projects that require the installation, testing, and implementation of new z/OS operating systems and other ‘system’ software. Also, the Maintenance and debugging of systems software. Monitoring and tuning of systems software. Functional knowledge, use of z/OS components and detailed knowledge of support products such as tape management, scheduling, security, monitoring systems, and other z/OS supporting systems software.
Note:
This is not an Applications Programming position.
Participate in On-call Schedule.
Incident / Problem resolution
z/OS & Tools your main tasks are related to:
Incident, change and problem handling.
Configuration and customization.
Setup of parameters.
Communication with vendors.
Participation/contribution to technical projects.
Solid understanding of z/OSand related product software z/OS.
PARMLIB configuration and JES2 customization.
Ability to support in solving problems and implementing changes on z/OS environments.
Working knowledge of TSO/ISPF, SDSF, JCL.
Good written and verbal skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
We want all new Associates to succeed in their roles t’swhywe’veoutlined the job requirements below. To be considered for this role,it’simportant that you meet all Required Qualifications. If you do not meetall ofthe Preferred Qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.
What You Will Need:Minimum of 10+ years of experience within a mainframe environment within a large enterprise or equivalent combination of education and experience
Bachelor’s degree required and/or equivalent work experience
Knowledge and understanding of z/OS and z/OS installation and maintenance including SMP/E.
Working knowledge of TSO/ISPF, SDSF, JCL.
Working knowledge of Unix System Services (USS)
Working knowledge of Unix System Services (USS) file system management and security
Ability to work well as a team member.
Stress resistant in case of Major Incident- and/or emergency situations.
Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Customer Service skills at management level
Good collaboration and teamwork skills
Must be self-motivated.
Strong analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities.
Good planning and organizational skills
Initiative and good learning abilities.
Ability to perform skill set of a Mainframe System Programmer
Ability to perform moderately complex ISV installations
Knowledgeable in z/OS security.
Knowledgeable in z/OS systems programming functions.
Understand z/OS services structure, Parallel Sysplex, Catalog management.
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