Senior z/OS Transaction and Network Systems Engineer

Location: Remote
Duration: 6 Months, Contract
Pay: $+85/hr

JOB DESCRIPTION
Our Retail client with over $80B in annual revenue has over 2,000 stores, across 21 US states, with over 400,000 employees. This company is a leader in sustainable retailing with a passion for delivering excellence. By driving omni channel growth, efficiency in the shopping experience and continuing to develop with new technologies; this company is growing and developing continuing success. The leadership team strives for work-life balance for all its employees, with options for overtime if desired.

We are looking for a highly experienced Senior z/OS Transaction and Network System Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in deploying, maintaining, and optimizing IMS/TM, CICS, CICS TG, MQ Messaging, TCP/IP, and z/OS network systems. Experience working with a managed service provider is essential.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deploy, maintain, and optimize IMS/TM, CICS, CICS TG, MQ Messaging, TCP/IP, and z/OS network systems.
• Monitor and troubleshoot transaction and network systems to ensure high availability and performance.
• Collaborate with managed service providers to ensure seamless integration and support of z/OS systems.
• Develop and implement system enhancements and optimizations to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Perform system upgrades and apply patches to maintain system security and compliance.
• Create and maintain documentation for system configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and other team members.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field--preferred but not required. Okay with experience over degrees.
• 5+ years of experience in z/OS transaction and network system engineering.
• Proficiency in IMS/TM, CICS, CICS TG, MQ Messaging, TCP/IP, and z/OS network systems.
• Experience working with managed service providers.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Certifications in relevant technologies are a plus.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with automation tools and scripting languages.
• Knowledge of security best practices for z/OS systems.
• Familiarity with cloud integration and hybrid environments.

Category Code: JN008