Bilingual z/OS System Programmer

4 weeks ago


Canada Software International Full time

Overview About the job Bilingual z/OS System Programmer. Software International (SI) supplies technical talent to a variety of clients ranging from Fortune 100/500/1000 companies to small and mid-sized organizations in Canada/US. We currently have a 12 month renewable contract as a z/OS Systems Programmer with our large global infrastructure client. This could be an indefinite contract or move into a permanent role. Type: Contract Duration: 12 months to start + possible multiple extensions or move into a permanent role Rate: $110 - $130/hr + C2C - depending on overall experience Language Requirements: English and French Location: Remote, Canada Responsibilities Primary z/OS Support for IBM commercial mainframe account; install and maintain Mainframe z/OS and related ISVs, perform problem determination and resolution. Participate in Disaster Recovery tests and on-call rotation; may require weekend/evening work in a fast-paced environment. Provide services in a customer, multi-vendor, multi-protocol complex network/systems environment; interact with customer, vendors and management to ensure high level of customer satisfaction. Serve as the primary point of contact for z/OS Operating Systems Q&A; identify and resolve complex problems related to product/service installation, update, configuration, operations, performance, or other IT aspects. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of technical solutions and management tools; guide functional objectives or technologies; influence individuals outside the department as needed. Install and support z/OS components, system utilities (SMP/E, ITSO), and JCL/JES processes; work with ISVs and user exits; apply user mods and tests for z/OS. Work with DFSMS, DFDSS, IDCAMS, IEBGENER and other system utilities; participate in problem/change management and demonstrate understanding of sysplex concepts. Support multiple accounts and a large number of ISVs/LPARs; coordinate with vendors (IBM and others) for PD and product questions. Qualifications Extensive z/OS knowledge with hands-on experience in installation, customization, testing and implementation of ISV software; strong knowledge of Assembler language and user exits. Proficiency with z/OS system programming tools: SMP/E, ACF2, IO Gen, TSO/ISPF, JES2/JES3, HCD, and system utilities; strong DFSMS understanding from an MVS perspective. Experience with problem determination, change management (eESM experience is an asset), and familiarity with sysplex concepts. Excellent verbal and written communication in English and French; ability to work in a virtual team and across locations; willingness to work non-standard hours as required. Adaptability to client change management processes and ability to collaborate with peers across the country. Other Environmental: Works in a dynamic, sometimes stressful setting with potential weekend/after-hours work; comfortable with high-demand environments. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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