OverviewAbout the jobBilingual z/OS System Programmer. Software International (SI) supplies technical talent to a variety of clients ranging from Fortune (phone hidden) companies to small and mid-sized organizations in Canada/US. We currently have a 12 month renewable contract as a z/OS Systems Programmer with our large global infrastructure client. This could be an indefinite contract or move into a permanent role.Type:ContractDuration:12 months to start + possible multiple extensions or move into a permanent roleRate:$110 - $130/hr + C2C - depending on overall experienceLanguage Requirements:English and FrenchLocation:Remote, CanadaResponsibilitiesPrimary z/OS Support for IBM commercial mainframe account; install and maintain Mainframe z/OS and related ISVs, perform problem determination and resolution.Participate in Disaster Recovery tests and on-call rotation; may require weekend/evening work in a fast-paced environment.Provide services in a customer, multi-vendor, multi-protocol complex network/systems environment; interact with customer,vendors and management to ensure high level of customer satisfaction.Serve as the primary point of contact for z/OS Operating Systems Q&A; identify and resolve complex problems related to product/service installation, update, configuration, operations, performance,



or other IT aspects.Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of technical solutions and management tools; guide functional objectives or technologies; influence individuals outside the department as needed.Install and support z/OS components, system utilities (SMP/E, ITSO), and JCL/JES processes; work with ISVs and userexits; apply user mods and tests for z/OS.Work with DFSMS, DFDSS, IDCAMS, IEBGENER and other system utilities; participate in problem/change management and demonstrate understanding of sysplex concepts.Support multiple accounts and a large number of ISVs/LPARs; coordinate with vendors(IBM and others) for PD and product questions.QualificationsExtensive z/OS knowledge with hands-on experience in installation, customization, testing and implementation of ISV software; strong knowledge of Assembler language and user exits.Proficiency with z/OS system programming tools: SMP/E, ACF2, IO Gen, TSO/ISPF, JES2/JES3, HCD, and system utilities; strong DFSMS understanding from an MVS perspective.Experience with problem determination, change management (eESM experience is an asset), and familiarity with sysplex concepts.Excellent verbal and written communication in English and French; ability to work in a virtual team and across locations; willingness to work non-standard hours as required.Adaptability to client change management processes and ability to collaborate with peers across the country.OtherEnvironmental: Works in a agile, sometimes stressful setting with potential weekend/after-hours work; comfortable with high-demand environments.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Bilingual Z/Os System Programmer - $110 - $130 An Hour - Remote (Toronto)
🏢 Software International
📍 Toronto