Senior Mainframe System Programmer-z/OS

Position Summary

The Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer provides support for on-going projects that require the installation, testing, and implementation of new operating systems and other ’system’ software. Includes: Maintenance and debugging of systems software, Coordination with other technical teams (CICS, Database, Network, Hardware/Storage, etc) in accomplishing assigned tasks, Research and evaluation of new software and hardware products, Assisting team members and other areas with technical questions and problem resolution, 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.

Position reports to Manager, Mainframe Systems Programming.

Key Areas of Focus for this Role

• Installation and maintenance of Mainframe Systems Infrastructure software (including z/OS and/or ISV products) in support of Software Lifecycle Management
• Incident / Problem resolution

What the Ideal Candidate Brings to this Role

Required Qualifications help to assure new Associates are set up for success in their role with Ensono. To be considered for this career opportunity, it is important that you meet all Required Qualifications. Candidates that may meet some, but not all, Other Qualifications are still encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in a mainframe environment within a large enterprise or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Bachelor’s degree required and/or equivalent work experience
• Technical knowledge across multiple Mainframe teams
• Proficient in Microsoft suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint) to a level of creating documents which can be shared with clients.  
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Customer Service skills at management level
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
• Must be self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with cross-functional teams as well as provide guidance to junior team members.

Other Qualifications

• Ability to perform skill set of a Mainframe System Programmer
• Ability to perform complex ISV installations
• Ability to perform and lead complex projects
• Ability to mentor and show leadership qualities

Why Ensono? 

Ensono is a place to make better happen – for our clients and for your career. You can do great things through innovation or collaboration, by learning or volunteering, or to promote diversity and inclusion. You can do great things for your own health or for a healthier planet. Whatever it means to you to do great things we want Ensono to be the place you can do it.    

We are a client-facing business, but we do encourage clients to allow us to work remotely most of the time so if you are not required to be on client site, you can choose to work from home or in our Ensono offices.

• Unlimited Paid Days Off 

• Two health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield 

• 401k with company match 

• Eligibility for dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life and AD&D coverage, and flexible spending accounts 

• Depending on location, ability to take advantage of fitness centers 

• Wellness program 
• Flexible work schedule 

Ensono is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment to our Associates and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. 

Pay transparency nondiscrimination statement/posting OFCCP’s pay transparency policy can be found on OFCCP’s website. 

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