Mainframe System Programmer

Mainframe System Programmer A Mainframe Systems Programmer is responsible for the ongoing support and stability of the Mainframe platform while delivering a mix of technology projects and business as usual functions, such as implementing new functions and features, upgrade/maintenance of operating systems, system software and hardware, troubleshooting problems and performance issues.Assistant Director’s use their experience in large complex enterprise IT environments to implement innovative solutions working across infrastructure and application development teams to ensure solutions meet the availability and resilient standards of the mainframe. They will be highly autonomous, capable of taking the lead on multiple products within the Mainframe platform, working alongside and collaborating with other tech leads to ensure the system is maintained and upgraded smooth and seamlessly.The role requires leadership and management skills. Provide mentoring and direction to team members to assist in their learning and development on the Mainframe platform. Exercise independence and effective decision-making considering the wider implications under broad direction from the leadership team. Key duties (responsibilities and duties required for the position) Duties and Responsibilities· Lead the design, improvement and ongoing operation of the mainframe platform to ensure high availability, performance and resilience of critical systems· Set technical direction and contribute to platform roadmaps and priorities, aligning mainframe capability with agency and divisional objectives· Oversee delivery of system upgrades, enhancements and maintenance activities, ensuring risks are managed and services remain stable· Provide expert advice on complex technical issues, guiding resolution of high-impact incidents and supporting continuous improvement of system reliability· Work closely with internal teams, vendors and partners to deliver integrated solutions that meet service and security requirements· Lead and influence automation and modernisation initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce risk and enhance system performance· Contribute to planning, reporting and governance activities, including preparing input to briefs, performance reporting and strategic documentation· Lead and develop staff by coaching, mentoring and building technical capability, supporting a high-performing and engaged team Key capabilities (skills/knowledge required for the position) Skills Required for the PositionAbility to:· Demonstrated depth of knowledge in one or more of the highly desired ICT technologies outlined in ‘knowledge required for the position’.· Demonstrated knowledge and experience working in a large-scale and complex enterprise Mainframe environment.· Experience with planning and managing the implementation of processes and procedures, tools and techniques for monitoring and managing the performance of technology services.· Resolves highly complex, sensitive and/or escalated technical issues that are often time critical.· Experience with monitoring the performance of delivery teams and the ability to take corrective action and in line with policies.· Think critically and analytically to solve complex and sensitive problems.· Develop and manage stakeholder relationships with technical and non-technical staff, executives and representatives from vendor organisations.· Develop staff capability through coaching and mentoring. Knowledge Required for the PositionExperience and knowledge across a breadth of ICT technologies or methodologies is highly desirable, these include: Hardware• IBM Z Series Mainframe (z17) • IBM DS8950F • Configuration and management of FICON SAN switches • Luminx CGX • IBM z/OS Communications Server (TCPIP, VTAM, SNA, FTP, SMTP, AT-TLS) • Design and support of highly available mainframe environments. Products• z/OS • DFSMS • DFHSM • DFRMM • ISPF • IODF design and configuration • Time Sharing Option (TSO), • Ansible • z/OSMF • ZOWE • IBM RACF • IBM System Automation • GDPS • IBM Db2 Z • IBM CICS • IBM IMS • IBM IWS • Broadcom/CA ACF2 • Broadcom/CA Solve:Netmaster • Broadcom/CA Solve:Access • BMC Control-M • BMC Compuware Suite. Languages• Job Control Language (JCL) • Restructured Extended Executor (REXX) • Scripting Languages (bash, ksh, shell, python, perl, etc) • COBOL • Assembler.