Mainframe z/OS System Programmer
Kyndryl (company site, opens in a new tab)8+ yrsChennaiOn-siteDirect career pageEst. 12–20 LPA
Posted 15h ago
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Job description
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About This Role
- Lead and manage z/OS system programming initiatives including installation, configuration, maintenance, and support of mainframe systems.
- Design, upgrade, and maintain resilient mainframe infrastructure involving components like JES, storage, networking, CICS, DB2, IMS, and MQ subsystems.
- Drive system performance optimization, automation, security compliance, incident resolution including 24/7 on-call support, disaster recovery, and modernization efforts.
Minimum Requirements
- 8+ years of hands-on experience in Mainframe z/OS system programming and administration including patches, system reliability, and migrations.
- Proficiency with z/OS 3.1 and IBM z16 hardware, including SYSRES builds, PTF application, disaster recovery drills, and license key updates.
- Experience resolving system failures, job abends, freeze issues and supporting SLA adherence with 24/7 on-call availability.
- Work Experience Required: Minimum 8 years in mainframe z/OS system programming and maintenance.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Experienced in mainframe modernization projects with knowledge of IBM z/OS architecture, Parallel Sysplex, and GDPS implementation.
- Exposure to IBM z16 and z17 mainframe hardware and integration with cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
- Demonstrated leadership or mentoring experience in managing teams or modernization efforts preferred.