Mainframe Systems Programmer - Advanced - Remote

Company: Viva USA Inc.
Location: Anderson
Posted on: May 4, 2025

Job Description:

Title: Mainframe Systems Programmer - Advanced - Remote

Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.













Mandatory skills:

mainframe technical support, systems programming,
Z/OS OPERATION, Z/OS SECURITY, Z/OS NETWORKING, Z/OS SCHEDULING, AUTOMATION, Z/OS support,
RACF, VTAM, TCPIP,
JES2 OPERATION, INTERNALS, SMP/E SOFTWARE, 3RD PARTY SOFTWARE, CATALOG MAINTENANCE,
RMF, SMF, SMS, WLM, JCL, GRS, VSAM, TSO, REXX, SAS,
SYSTEM EXIT DEVELOPMENT, SUPPORT, UTILITY, TOOLKIT, IDMS, SYNCSORT, RMM,
mainframe infrastructure, SLA expectations, technical resource, operating systems













Description:


DAILY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:


Z/OS Operation
Z/OS support including problem analysis and resolution
Provide technical support of the mainframe infrastructure to provide high quality customer service and meet SLA expectations.
Collaborate and liaise with other units and serve as a technical resource and subject matter expert.
Significant involvement in upgrade of operating systems to new release
Significant involvement in upgrade of third-party software products to new releases
Contribute to research and development projects as required.


Required Skills (Rank In Order Of Importance):

I. Working Knowledge Of:
a. Z/OS OPERATION
b. JES2 OPERATION AND INTERNALS
c. Z/OS SECURITY (RACF)
d. Z/OS NETWORKING (VTAM, TCPIP)
e. Z/OS SCHEDULING, AUTOMATION
f. SMP/E SOFTWARE
g. RMF
h. SMF
i. SMS
j. WLM
k. JCL
l. GRS
m. VSAM
n. TSO
o. 3RD PARTY SOFTWARE
p. ASSEMBLER
q. CATALOG MAINTENANCE

II. PROGRAMMING SKILLS:
a. SYSTEM EXIT DEVELOPMENT AND SUPPORT
b. UTILITY AND TOOLKIT SKILLS
c. IDMS
d. SYNCSORT
e. RMM


Soft Skills Required:
Effective Communication Skills (Written And Oral), Adaptability, Self-Motivation, Problem Solving, Analytical Thinking, Time Management, Ability To Work Effectively In A Stressful Environment, Customer Focused, Detail Oriented, Team Player


Preferred Skills (Rank In Order Of Importance):
ASSEMBLER
REXX
SAS
SMP/E
SMF
SMS
RMF


REQUIRED EDUCATION:
10 years of progressive experience in mainframe technical support and systems programming


Notes:
Remote Work Availability: 100%











VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran. Please contact us at hr@viva-it.com for any complaints, comments and suggestions.




Contact Details :

Account co-ordinator: Binodh M.T, Phone : (408) 709 3343, Email: staffing10@viva-it.com

VIVA USA INC.
3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 425
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
staffing10@viva-it.com - http://www.viva-it.com
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.

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