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What are Remote Mainframe Computer Operators?

Remote Mainframe Computer Operators are IT professionals responsible for monitoring, managing, and troubleshooting mainframe computer systems from a remote location. They ensure that mainframe systems run smoothly, perform routine maintenance, and address system alerts or issues as they arise. Their duties often include executing batch jobs, monitoring system performance, and coordinating with other technical teams to resolve problems. This role is essential for organizations that rely on mainframe technology to handle large-scale data processing and business-critical applications. Remote operators use secure connections and specialized software to access and control mainframes from off-site locations.

What is the difference between Remote Mainframe Computer Operator vs Remote Data Center Technician?

AspectRemote Mainframe Computer OperatorRemote Data Center Technician
CredentialsTypically requires mainframe certifications (e.g., IBM certifications), high school diploma or equivalentRequires data center or network certifications (e.g., CompTIA, Cisco), technical diploma or degree
Work EnvironmentOperates mainframe systems, often in data centers or server rooms, monitoring and maintaining mainframe operations remotelyWorks in data centers, handling hardware, network equipment, and infrastructure remotely or on-site
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by large corporations, banks, and government agencies relying on mainframe systemsEmployed by data centers, IT service providers, and enterprises managing physical infrastructure

The main difference lies in their focus: Remote Mainframe Computer Operators manage and monitor mainframe systems, while Remote Data Center Technicians handle physical hardware and infrastructure. Both roles require technical certifications and are essential in maintaining IT operations, but they serve different aspects of data management and infrastructure support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Mainframe Computer Operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Mainframe Computer Operator, you need a solid understanding of mainframe operations, job scheduling, and system monitoring, typically with experience in IBM z/OS or similar environments. Familiarity with automation tools, JCL (Job Control Language), and monitoring systems like IBM Tivoli is often required, along with relevant certifications such as IBM Certified System Operator. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective remote communication are essential soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are vital to ensure reliable system uptime, efficient troubleshooting, and seamless coordination with IT teams from a remote setting.

What are some common challenges faced by Remote Mainframe Computer Operators, and how can they be managed?

Remote Mainframe Computer Operators often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting system issues without direct physical access, efficiently communicating with on-site teams, and managing multiple job streams and batch processes concurrently. To manage these challenges, operators typically rely on robust remote monitoring tools, clear escalation procedures, and detailed documentation. Building strong communication skills and proactively participating in virtual team meetings also help ensure smooth coordination and timely resolution of incidents.
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Assistant Director-Engineering (Data Enablement)

Assistant Director-Engineering (Data Enablement)

Principal Financial Group

Des Moines, IA • On-site, Remote

$141K - $170K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

What You'll Do
We're looking for an Assistant Director of Engineering to join our Retirement & Income Solutions (RIS) business, which serves participants in plan-sponsored retirement programs through income and advisory offerings. In this critical leadership role of data enablement capabilities, you'll build and support high-performing data engineering teams, guide technical direction, and ensure the successful delivery of initiatives that strengthen customer outcomes and enable market insight.
You'll balance strategic leadership with hands-on engagement-partnering closely with product, business, data & analytics, and technology leaders while staying connected to the realities of execution across multiple teams.
You'll have the opportunity to:
  • Drive priority decisions that deliver new data and AI capabilities while enabling high quality, trusted data across the full data lifecycle.
  • Partner with product, business, data & analytics, and technology stakeholders to prioritize work and ensure teams stay focused on the highest value outcomes.
  • Lead and support data engineers with diverse skill sets across cloud-based platforms (AWS, Snowflake, IDMC), on-premises- technologies (Informatica PowerCenter), and mainframe DB2 environments.
  • Collaborate with delivery managers to review performance metrics and foster a continuous improvement mindset.
  • Serve as a people leader by mentoring and developing teams of high-impact data engineers.
  • Work effectively with leaders and teams located both stateside and offshore in a globally distributed model.
  • Execute against defined strategies while also influencing broader technical and organizational direction based on insights from your teams.
  • Ensure robust data pipeline delivery, high-quality trusted data, and reliable deployments across multiple teams.
  • Support large, cross-team- initiatives requiring strong coordination, communication, and alignment.

Act as an advocate for the responsible adoption of AI tools to improve data engineering productivity and effectiveness.
Who You Are
  • Bachelor's degree (preferably in computer science, engineering, technology, or a related field) or equivalent professional experience.
  • 8+ years of enterprise level technical experience demonstrating- increasing responsibility and impact.
  • Be comfortable with flexible call times with our global staffing model.

Leadership Experience:
  • More than 2 years formally leading engineering teams of at least 15 team members
  • Guiding engineering teams through complex technical and business challenges.
  • Designing and delivering resilient, scalable solutions in large environments.
  • Building alignment and consensus among diverse stakeholders.
  • Navigating enterprise-level- partnerships and dependencies.

Leadership Qualities:
  • Strategic, forward-thinking- mindset with a bias toward action.
  • Strength in operating in dynamic, evolving environments.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills That Help You Stand Out
  • 4+ years of technology leadership experience managing and mentoring direct reports.
  • Financial services industry experience.
  • Strong use of data and metrics to identify issues, measure progress, and guide decisions.
  • Solution architecture experience partnering closely with business leaders.
  • Solid background in Agile practices and tools such as Jira.
  • Experience with AWS, Snowflake, IDMC, and DB2, along with strong data modeling skills and expertise in shaping data product roadmaps, semantic layers, and scalable data solutions for analytics and consumption.

Salary Range Information
Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.
Salary Range
$141000 - $170000 / year
Time Off Program
Flexible Time Off (FTO) is provided to salaried (exempt) employees and provides the opportunity to take time away from the office with pay for vacation, personal or short-term illness. Employees don't accrue a bank of time off under FTO and there is no set number of days provided.
Pension Eligible
Yes
Additional Information
Work Environment
This role offers in-office, hybrid (blending at least three office days in a typical workweek), and remote work arrangements (only if residing more than 30 miles from Des Moines, IA, Raleigh, NC, or Charlotte, NC). You'll work with your leader to figure out which option may align best based on several factors.
Work Authorization/Sponsorship
At this time, we're not considering candidates that need any type of immigration sponsorship now or in the future or those needing work authorization for this role. (This includes, but is not limited to students on F1-OPT, F1-CPT, J-1, etc.)
Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants
Investment Code of Ethics
For Principal Global Investors positions, you'll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.
Experience Principal
At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we're imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services - and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits.
Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Posting Window
We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline.
Date First Posted (TTF)
5/22/2026
Latest Post Date: Careers - US
5/22/2026
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