Work location: Remote US
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled Mainframe DevOps Engineer to join our team and drive modernization and automation initiatives on IBM Z platforms. This role involves working on DevOps transformation, pipeline orchestration, and implementing cutting-edge tools to streamline development and deployment processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mainframe application development or system programming, combined with expertise in DevOps practices and tools
Key Responsibilities:
“• Design, implement, and maintain DevOps pipelines for IBM Z environments.
• Perform installation, configuration, and migration of IBM z/OS and USS systems.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Groovy and YAML. • Manage source code repositories and branching strategies using Git. • Troubleshoot and debug pipeline failures and build issues. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of DevOps tools and practices. • Provide technical guidance and support for DevOps transformation initiatives. • Interface with customers and stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
• Implement and optimize IBM Z DevOps products such as IDz, DBB, Wazi Deploy, and related tools.
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What are the Mandatory skills and skill proficiencies required for this position?
“• Communication Skills: Clear, concise verbal and written communication.
• Mainframe Expertise: Strong background in application development or system programming on IBM Z. • Installation & Migration: Proven experience with IBM z/OS and USS environments. • DevOps Tools: Proficiency in Groovy scripting, YAML, Git (repos, branching), and pipeline debugging. • Customer Interaction: Excellent customer interfacing and collaboration skills. • Hands-on experience with DevOps products: IDz, DBB, Git, IBM Wazi Deploy, IDD, Artifactory, ADDI, zD&T. • Knowledge of IBM Z software stack: DBB, COBOL, CICS, PL/I, JCL, VSAM/QSAM, DB2.
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What are the Optional skills and skill proficiencies for this position?
“• Familiarity with SCM products competing with IBM Z solutions.
• Experience with IBM Z application development.
• Understanding of DevOps transformation strategies and pipeline orchestration.
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