Systems Programmer III

About the Team

The zOS Mainframe Services team is responsible for the administration, stability, and security of our organization's IBM z/OS mainframe environment. As a critical component of the company's technology infrastructure, the team supports high-volume, mission-critical business applications and data processing systems that enable core business operations. Our team manages the full lifecycle of the z/OS platform, including system programming, operating system maintenance, performance optimization, disaster recovery, automation, and security compliance. We partner closely with application development, database, storage, networking, and business stakeholders to ensure reliable, scalable, and highly available services. Each team member plays a vital role, owning specific technological components that are essential to zOS operations. This clear sense of responsibility fosters collaboration and mutual respect, with strong relationships and high levels of trust across the team. Everyone is empowered to contribute, and the team thrives on open communication, shared goals, and a genuine commitment to helping one another succeed.

Work Environment

Fast paced, multi-platformed environment which may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer.

Position Purpose

Write or debug programs to maintain and control computer systems software, such as operating systems, networked systems, and database systems. Provide technical and disaster recovery support for systems software. Performs work under minimal supervision. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter. Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze complex systems software problems and issues to implement workable solutions or escalate as appropriate.
• Install, test, and maintain systems software including installing updates, upgrades, and patches, initiating tests of system programs and observing results to detect errors or work stoppage, and modifying code to correct errors.
• Assist in internal and external audits being performed across multiple lines of business for multiple platforms.
• Participate in planning and execution of disaster recovery procedures.
• Cross train in all areas of systems programming in order to efficiently perform on-call rotation.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's in a job-related field. Degree equivalency: Associate's degree plus an extra 2 years job-related experience for a total of 6 years of required work experience, OR 8 total years required work experience.

Work Experience: 4 years IT experience including varied programming experience.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical and logical thinking skills.
• Comprehension of advanced data storage techniques, basic database philosophy, database management, and advanced programming techniques.
• Understand the requirements for maintaining production systems and the effect of systems changes.
• Solid understanding of currently utilized programming productivity tools and their use.
• Solid understanding of quality assurance and implementation strategies of systems software.
• Able to acquire knowledge of programming languages and tools used in the department.
• Able to analyze software specifications for completeness and compatibility with operation systems.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with z/OS system programming, installation, maintenance, and upgrades.
• Knowledge of IBM mainframe technologies including z/OS, JES2/JES3, SDSF, TSO/ISPF, RACF, and Sysplex environments.
• Experience supporting high-availability, mission-critical enterprise systems with 24x7 operational requirements.
• Familiarity with disaster recovery planning, business continuity testing, and recovery procedures.
• Proficient in the use of JCL and working with various vendor utility programs.
• Experience designing, implementing, and supporting highly resilient IBM Z environments, disaster recovery solutions, and business continuity capabilities.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Subsidized health plans and free vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Paid annual leave – the longer you work here, the more you earn
• Nine paid holidays
• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
• Wellness programs and a healthy lifestyle premium discount
• Tuition assistance
• Service recognition

Clearance requirement: This position requires a clearance which requires U.S. citizenship to obtain. Sponsorship is not eligible now or in the future.

Required software/tools: Standard office equipment.