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Synechron

Mainframe System Programmer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Administer, maintain, and support IBM z/OS operating systems and associated mainframe infrastructure * Perform system programming activities including installation, customization, maintenance, and ...

Sarian, Inc.

Mainframe z/OS Administrator

Mainframe z/OS Administrator Location: Plano TX, Remote Fulltime * Install, customize, test ... Create, populate, secure and troubleshoot IBM z/OS USS (UNIX Systems Services) file systems and ...

SDH Systems

Mainframe Storage Admin

Dallas, TX · On-site

Experience level * 12+ years of professional work experience as a Mainframe Storage administrator ... Experience administering IBM Virtual Tape System (VTS) or Virtual Tape Library (VTL). * Strong ...

Cognizant

IBM Mainframe DB2 Specialist

Hartford, CT · On-site

$100K - $115K/yr

Administer and maintain IBM DB2 databases within z/OS mainframe environments. * Install, configure, patch, and upgrade DB2 subsystems and related components. * Perform database design reviews, schema ...

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Mainframe System Programmer

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

$120K - $140K/yr

Overview The IBM Network Systems Programmer reviews all products and processes to verify the ... mainframe systems. Supports both OS and hardware upgrades, cloud initiatives, disaster recovery ...

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Mainframe System Programmer

Mclean, VA

$120K - $140K/yr

The IBM Network Systems Programmer reviews all products and processes to verify the requirement of ... mainframe systems. Supports both OS and hardware upgrades, cloud initiatives, disaster recovery ...

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Senior IMS Mainframe Systems Programmer

Jacksonville, FL • On-site

Wabash Solutions Inc
IT Services • 1 - 10 employees
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$51 - $64.75/hr

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Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Location: Remote (100%)
Job Type: Contract 
Experience Level: Senior (12+ years)
 
Job Summary

We are hiring a Lead IMS Mainframe Systems Programmer with deep experience in IMS V15.5 or later, SMP/E installations, and z/OS system environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for configuring, maintaining, and optimizing IMS database systems while serving as the primary technical contact for enterprise clients.

Responsibilities

  • Perform installation, configuration, and maintenance of IMS database systems.

  • Execute SMP/E and non-SMP/E installations for IBM and ISV software.

  • Lead IMS upgrades to version 15.5 or higher.

  • Manage IMS Database Objects, PSB, ACB, and SYSGEN processes.

  • Support related systems: z/OS, CICS, Storage, Disaster Recovery.

  • Utilize monitoring and management tools: CA Database Tools, IBM Database Tools, Sysview, Omegamon, Mainview.

  • Serve as lead technical resource during client transitions and system migrations.

  • Collaborate with system programming and operations teams to implement best practices.

Requirements

  • 12+ years of experience as an IMS Mainframe Systems Programmer.

  • Expertise in IMS Database Administration and Configuration.

  • Experience with IMS V15.5 or later upgrades and SMP/E processes.

  • Strong knowledge of PSBGEN, SYSGEN, and subsystem configuration.

  • Familiarity with z/OS, CICS, Storage, and Disaster Recovery concepts.

  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Mainview, Omegamon, or other performance monitoring tools.

  • Proven ability to lead projects and mentor junior staff.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and long-term contract potential.

  • Work with a highly skilled team of mainframe professionals.

  • Opportunity to lead modernization and optimization projects across enterprise environments.

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