Job Description :

Job Title: Network Systems Programmer
Location: Remote

We are looking for a Mainframe Network Systems programmer (someone who specializes in Network software (VTAM, MQ TCP/IP, Connect Direct).

Job Responsibilities:

  • In this role you will maintain and enhance existing mission critical Mainframe Network Systems infrastructure. This includes TCP/IP, VTAM/SNA, Websphere MQ, Connect Direct (NDM) and other related technologies.
  • You will support a thriving advanced systems environment in an MVS sysplex. You will install, customize and maintain Mainframe Network products and related ISV software.
  • Provide performance analysis and real time problem determination in 24x7 business critical environments.
  • Assist application development groups to leverage and exploit Network features and functions; provide debugging assistance and technical guidance in the disciplines listed.
  • Conduct an in-depth analysis of service Requests raised by internal / external clients to determine the appropriate course of action
  • Configure & maintain Network software & configuration changes across 8 Production LPARS.
  • Customize & maintain IBM and ISV software products that run within or pertain to the Network Systems software.
  • Provide real time and 7x24 problem determination support for all business applications that rely on Network Systems software.
  • Analyze traces, dumps, traps and logs, and work with IBM and ISV technical support, as well as application development groups to resolve problems as quickly as possible.
  • Apply performance management tools and techniques to ensure optimal response times in high volume transaction applications. Monitor and maintain efficient use of all system resources to control costs.
  • Support our comprehensive Disaster Recovery Program across a GDPS, Geographically Disperse Parallel Sysplex.
  • Effectively use change, incident and problem management tools in accordance with data center standards and practices. Attend and effectively participate in related meetings.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, or equivalent education and up to 1 year experience within a programming and applications system environment.
  • Experience: 3 -10 years experience with Network Systems Software, MQ, etc and IBM mainframe operating systems and network environments.
  • Skills: IBM mainframe systems programming skill set; Coding skills are highly desirable.
  • Interpersonal and communication skills, adaptability and ability to learn from experience and independent study
  • Supervision: Initially close direction will be provided - shows initiative in return.
             

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