Location: New York,NY, USA
UNIVERSAL Technologies is seeking a z/OS Systems Programmer for a hybrid role. Candidates located in the EST time zone are preferred. An active LinkedIn account is required. Position: The z/OS Systems Programmer will be responsible for the maintenance and administration of the mainframe z/OS operating system, associated storage systems, and systems software products. This includes handling upgrades, patching, and supporting the UNIX System Services environment. The role also involves the maintenance and upgrades of DB2 and other mainframe-related components, with the requirement to support off-hour production and weekend implementations as needed. WHO WE ARE: UNIVERSAL Technologies, LLC is a Women-Owned (M/WBE) IT solutions and consulting company focused on delivering enterprise systems that significantly improve our clients' IT performance. We work across the IT spectrum, including Development, Business/Systems/Data Analysis, Project Management, Cyber Security, Network Engineering, and High-Level System Architecture. The pride in the services we provide and the accessibility and flexibility we offer to employees are what make Universal Technologies stand out! We aim to propel your IT career to the next level and excite our employees with new and challenging projects. WHAT WE OFFER: Our W2 employees can expect the following benefits:Competitive payHealth/Dental InsuranceGroup Life Insurance401KHSA/FSAPre-Tax Transportation ProgramGenerous Paid Time Off/Holiday PolicySCOPE OF SERVICES: As a z/OS Systems Programmer, your responsibilities include:Maintaining and administering the z/OS operating system, storage systems, and systems software products.Performing upgrades, patching, and general administration of DB2 and other mainframe components.Managing UNIX System Services and providing support for mainframe-related storage.Handling production off-hour coverage and supporting periodic weekend implementations as needed.Upgrading mainframe and related storage systems.MANDATORY SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: Note: Candidates who do not have the mandatory skills will not be considered.10+ years of experience working with z/OS, JES2, SMP/E, TSO, IOCP/HCD, and basic IBM utilities (IDCAMS, IEFBR14, etc.).Proven expertise in program product installations and working knowledge of IBM virtual tape systems and UNIX System Services.Experience with VTAM and TCP/IP.Familiarity with monitoring tools such as OMEGAMON.Strong communication skills (oral and written), interpersonal, and organizational abilities.Experience working on enterprise-wide, large-scale implementations.Ability to manage mainframe CPU installs as a systems programmer consultant.DESIRABLE SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:Working knowledge of CICS, IMS, DB2, and AFP printing is a plus.REQUIRED EDUCATION:Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field or 10+ years of experience in the field.UNIVERSAL Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.