Mainframe Systems Programmer - Network

Role overview Maintain and support mainframe network software for client environments. The role covers planning and delivering software changes, diagnosing service issues, and helping keep systems available and performing in line with service agreements. You will coordinate with clients, colleagues, leadership, and software suppliers, while following established change and problem management practices.

Responsibilities - Install, configure, test, administer, maintain, and update mainframe network software, including interfaces to other subsystems. - Support technologies such as VTAM, TCP/IP, FTP, and SFTP, with duties shaped by team and client needs. - Investigate, resolve, and document network-related problems, including assisting client application teams with root cause analysis. - Monitor and report on system availability, performance, reliability, and consistency. - Follow ITIL, change management, and problem management processes; communicate changes and issues to relevant stakeholders. - Improve support efficiency through automation or reusable templates, and help clients and colleagues with upgrades and new products.

Requirements - Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. - Experience leading or managing system programming projects. - Ability to prioritize competing tasks and balance the needs of clients and team members. - Strong communication skills, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills. - Self-direction and ability to manage multiple demands under tight deadlines or pressure.

Nice to have - Five or more years of mainframe networking experience; broader mainframe systems experience is also useful. - Familiarity with z/OS, z/VM, Linux on IBM Z, or related network and operations tools.

Benefits and work setup - Remote work is encouraged when client needs do not require an onsite presence; office work is also an option. - Benefits include paid time off, health and dental coverage, retirement matching, family-forming support, parental leave, education assistance, wellness programs, and flexible scheduling. - The listed base salary range is $65,000–$126,000, with potential bonus and equity eligibility.