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Position Title: Software Engineer Consultant– Mainframe Systems Programmer 34323

Job Type: Contract

Location: Chennai

Budget: ₹20 LPA

Notice Period: Immediate Joiners Only

Role Overview

We are looking for a Mainframe Systems Programmer with deep expertise in z/OS environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for installing, customizing, testing, and supporting IBM z/OS software and various third-party mainframe tools across a large-scale enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, customize, test, implement, document, and support IBM z/OS (current release 2.5) and related Independent Software Vendor (ISV) products.

• Code in Assembler, REXX, Clist, and SAS to develop and maintain system modifications and exits.

• Perform problem diagnosis and resolution for z/OS software and hardware issues.

• Work with IBM support and utilize IBM’s ServiceLink to resolve escalated issues.

• Manage JES2/JES3, TSO/ISPF, JCL, and USS (Unix System Services) environments.

• Support disaster recovery planning and execution for mainframe systems.

• Implement and maintain security controls, including knowledge of RACF profiles.

• Maintain detailed technical documentation for installations, upgrades, and custom configurations.

• Evaluate and recommend new software solutions and ensure compliance with control policies and standards.

• Participate in a 24x7 on-call support rotation, including holidays and weekends when necessary.

Mandatory Skills

• z/OS System Programming (minimum 5 years)

• JES2 or JES3

• MVS, SMP/E, SMF, JCL, TSO/ISPF

• Assembler, REXX, Clist, SAS

• Mainframe Disaster Recovery

• Knowledge of RACF and security controls

• Microsoft Office tools: Word, Excel (Access, PowerPoint, and Project are a plus)

Experience

• Minimum 6-7 years of mainframe experience

• At least 5 years as a z/OS system programmer

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field

Additional Information

• Experience with tools from ISVs such as CA Technologies, BMC, IBM, and SAS is highly desirable.

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills are essential.

• Ability to work under pressure, including off-hours and rotational duty support.

Skills: mainframe disaster recovery,jcl,tso/ispf,jes2,smp/e,clist,racf,ibm,assembler,z/os system programming,jes3,smf,mvs,rexx,microsoft office,z/os,sas

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