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zOS System Programming
Artech LLC
🇺🇸 United States
Remote
Staff / Principal
1 month ago
$60 – $62 / hour
- z/OS
- Incident Management
- Disaster Recovery
- Equity
1 month ago
Job Title : zOS System Programming
Location : Remote
Duration : 6 + Months
Role Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced z/OS System Programmer to lead mainframe system programming initiatives, ensuring stability, performance, and continuous modernization of enterprise z/OS environments. The role demands strong technical depth combined with leadership capabilities to drive service excellence, automation, and operational transformation.
Key Responsibilities
System Programming & Platform Management
- Lead installation, customization, and maintenance of z/OS operating system environments
- Manage core components including MVS, JES2, Sysplex, and LPAR configurations
- Administer and maintain HCD/IODF definitions for hardware and I/O configuration
- Perform system-level tuning and optimization to ensure high availability and performance
Maintenance & Upgrades:
- Plan and execute z/OS upgrades, RSU maintenance, and patching cycles
- Manage SMP/E for software installation, maintenance, and CSI handling
- Oversee lifecycle management of ISV products, including upgrades and vendor coordination
Required Skills & Expertise:
- Strong experience in z/OS System Programming
- Deep understanding of:
- MVS, JES2
- Sysplex, LPAR
- HCD / IODF configuration
- Hands-on expertise in:
- SMP/E
- z/OS Upgrade & RSU Maintenance
- ISV Product Maintenance
- Proficiency in:
- Incident Management & RCA
- Disaster Recovery (DR) support
- System Automation tools/methodologies
Experience & Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience in z/OS system programming
- Experience in enterprise mainframe environments (Banking/Insurance preferred)
- Exposure to high-availability and mission-critical systems
zOS System Programming · Artech LLC