Applications Systems Programmer jobs in Madison, WI

The Z/OS Mainframe Systems Programmer will be responsible for the analysis, development, modification, installation, testing and maintenance of mainframe operating systems software. This person needs to possess a strong understanding of mainframe systems programming and control languages. This can involve writing code, testing code for bugs and working with other developers to ensure all components of the mainframe function properly. Modifies and/or debugs vendor-supplied utilities and packages. Modify, install and prepares technical documentation for system software applications. Diagnoses and debugs software problems and performs problem resolution. Monitors systems capacity and performance, plans and is responsible for execution of disaster recovery procedures.

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.

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.

Collaborate with other IT areas and serves as a technical resource and subject matter expert.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Must have 10 years of experience in mainframe technical support.

Working Knowledge Of:

Z/OS Operation

JES2 Operation and Internals

Z/OS Security (ACF2)

Z/OS Networking (VTAM, TCPIP)

Z/OS Scheduling, Automation (CA-7)

SMP/E Software

WorkLoad Manager

JCL

GRS

SYSPLEX

VSAM

TSO

3rd Party Software (Broadcom including CA products, BMC products, etc.)

Catalog Maintenance

Storage Management

HFS/zFS File Systems

SMF

CICS

MQ

DB2

Programming Skills:

System Exit Development and Support

Utility And Toolkit Skills

Assembler

REXX

ACS Routines

Soft Skills Required: Effective Communication Skills (Written and Oral), Adaptability, Self-Motivation, Problem Solving, Analytical Thinking, Time Management, Customer Focused, Detail Oriented, Team Player