About the job: Bilingual z/OS Systems Programmer

Contract Position – 12 months renewable to start, with possibility of extensions or conversion to permanent.

Rate: $100-$120/hr, C2C based on experience.

Language Requirements: English & French.

Location: Remote, Canada.

Job Role & Responsibilities

The z/OS Systems Programmer will provide services in a complex, multi‑vendor, multi‑protocol environment, acting as the primary point of contact for z/OS operating system questions and support.

- Install, maintain, and troubleshoot z/OS and related ISV software.
- Perform problem determination and resolution, including on‑call support and participation in disaster recovery tests.
- Customize and test ISV software, including writing and managing user exits and system modifications.
- Analyze and implement solutions for performance, configuration, and operational issues.
- Lead technical guidance to professional work teams and manage special projects.

Technical Skills & Experience

- Proficient with SMP/E, ACF2, IO Gen, TSO/ISPF, JES2/3, and HCD.
- Experience with DFIMS: DFDSS, IDCAMS, IEBGENER; extensive DFSMS knowledge.




- Strong understanding of z/OS installation, reworking, and user modifications.
- Knowledge of sysplex concepts, CPU keys management, and product deployment.
- Experience working with IBM and other vendors for PD and product inquiries.
- Experience supporting multiple accounts, 120+ ISVs and 130 LPARs.
- Experience with eESM or exposure to problem & change management.

Other Skills

- Strong verbal and written communication in French and English.
- Adaptation to standard client change‑management process.
- Ability to work in a virtual team and collaborate across locations.
- Willingness to work weekends and outside normal business hours in a quick‑paced, stressful environment.

Required Qualifications

- Bilingual in English and French.
- 3+ years of z/OS systems programming experience.
- Proficiency in assembler language.
- Experience with mainframe utilities and ISV installations.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and leadership skills.

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📌 Bilingual z/OS Systems Programmer (Montreal)
🏢 Tech Talent International
📍 Montreal