United States onlyAt 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. Honesty, reliability, curiosity, collaboration, and passion are the key to achieving our purpose.
About the role and what you'll be doing:
The Mainframe Systems Programmer provides support for on-going projects that require the installation, testing, and implementation of new operating systems and other ‘system’ software. Also, the Maintenance and debugging of systems software. 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, etc.
Key Areas of Focus for this Role
- Low complexity assignments * provide oversight/review.
- Understands how whole picture aligns to overall Ensono strategy.
- Works directly with Hardware and Software vendors on new solutions.
- Review and analyze current client software and requirements to determine the most cost-effective and standard software solution to be included in the business proposal.
- Provide and document problem analysis, resolution, and prevention, designing procedures and best practice techniques.
No on-call rotations; flexible work hours.
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.
- In depth knowledge and understanding of z/OS and related product software z/OS.
- PARMLIB configuration and JES2 customization.
- Ability to support in solving problems and implementing changes on z/OS environments.
- Advanced knowledge of TSO/ISPF, SDSF, JCL.
- Excellent written and verbal skills.
- Ability to take the lead in problem solving and coordination of multi-disciplinary groups.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
We want all new Associates to succeed in their roles at Ensono. That's why we've outlined the job requirements below. To be considered for this role, it's important that you meet all Required Qualifications. If you do not meet all of the Preferred Qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a mainframe environment within a large enterprise or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Knowledge and understanding of z/OS.
- Knowledge of ISV.
- Knowledge of TSO/ISPF, SDSF, JCL.
- Knowledge of Unix System Services (USS)
- Knowledge of Unix System Services (USS) file system management and security
- Experience installing software within Unix System Services (USS)
- Ability to work well as a team member.
- Stress resistant in case of Major Incident- and/or emergency situations.
- Very good communication abilities.
- Ability to deal with multi-task issues.
- Methodical and disciplined approach to work.
- Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities.
- Good planning and organizational skills.
- Initiative and good learning abilities.
Additional Considerations
- Knowledgeable in z/OS security.
- Knowledgeable in z/OS systems programming functions.
- Knowledgeable in DB2, CICS or IMS.
- Understand z/OS services structure, Parallel sysplex, Catalog management.
- z/OS HW, LPAR, HMC, REXX.
- Experience with Dynamic Workload Console.
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 a client site, you can choose to work from home or in our Ensono offices.
Some of our benefits include:
- Unlimited Paid Days Off
- Three 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
- Paid Maternity Leave, Paternity Leave, and Sabbatical Leave
- Education Reimbursement, Student Loan Assistance or 529 College Funding
- Enhanced fertility coverage
- Wellness program
- Depending on location, ability to take advantage of fitness centers
- Flexible work schedule
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this role is $80,000 to $148,000 annually based on a full-time schedule. Please note that placement in the range may vary based on numerous factors including but not limited to skills, experience, internal equity, and business needs. In addition to base salary, other compensation programs, depending on eligibility, includean annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, and an equity grant under our Associate Equity Appreciation Program.
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.
If you need accommodation at any point during the application or interview process, please let your recruiter know or email [email protected].
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