Z/OS System Administrator

About the job
If you love technology and appreciate daily challenges come join us as we partner with the world's leading automaker helping them pave the way for the future of mobility. You will be part of a team built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect on a rapidly maturing project with a broad scope of responsibility. We seek an experienced z/OS System Administrator to join our team and play a critical role in maintaining and optimizing our mainframe environment. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in z/OS system administration, proven experience in hardware refresh projects, and a passion for delivering service excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform z/OS upgrades (versions 2.4, 2.5, or 3.1) using z/OSMF workflows to ensure smooth transitions and system reliability.
Provide comprehensive support for zHardware refresh projects across platforms such as z14, z15, and z16.
Manage and maintain software using SMP/E, ensuring timely upgrades and maintenance of Broadcom and IBM tools.
Implement and promote z/OS service improvement initiatives and industry best practices.
Build and manage configurations for new hardware using IODF, HCD, HMC, and IOCP.
Oversee and maintain core z/OS subsystems, including JES2, ISPF, TCP/IP, USS, and Parallel Sysplex.
Develop and support automation solutions using REXX and CLIST scripting languages.
Ensure robust Disaster Recovery support, preparing for and managing system recovery in critical situations.
Provide 24/7 on-call support to resolve system issues and maintain system availability.

Required Skills and Expertise:

Proven Expertise with zOS upgrades on 2.4, 2.5 or 3.1 with z/OSMF workflows.
Expertise in supporting zHardware Refresh projects z14, z15 and z16.
Expertise in SMP/E supporting Broadcom and IBM tools upgrades and maintenance
Expertise in z/OS Service improvement and best practice approaches.
Expertise in IODF, HCD, HMC, IOCP build for new Hardware refresh projects.
Experience working with z/OS, JES2, ISPF, TCPIP, USS and Parallel Sysplex.
Experience in REXX, CLIST with automation skillset.
Expertise in Disaster Recovery support.
Support 24/7 Oncall.