What You Can Expect In This RoleWe are seeking a skilled and driven Sr. Systems Programmer with demonstrated expertise in IBM Z-Series mainframe systems, including both hardware and OS management. This critical role will lead the administration, optimization, and support of mainframe infrastructure that drives our core business operations.
What You'll Do In This Role- Mainframe system management
- Plan, organize, and oversee the operation and stability of mainframe hardware, operating systems, and core software.
- Independently analyze, design, implement, and own new or existing OS and system software solutions.
- Hardware and OS expertise
- Evaluate, install, configure, and tune IBM Z-Series hardware and z/OS along with related software (e.g., CICS, DB2, WebSphere MQ).
- Ensure peak performance and reliability of all mainframe components.
- Administration and Vendor Coordination
- Manage escalations with vendors to solve complex hardware and software issues.
- Lead disaster recovery planning and testing for assigned systems.
- Technical Leadership and Mentoring
- Provide advanced technical direction and mentorship to programming teams.
- Develop and enforce internal operations standards and best practices.
- Security and Compliance
- Own system and application security configurations ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
- Continuous Improvement
- Conduct performance and capacity analyses to recommend and implement improvements.
What We're Looking For- Bachelor's Degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Information Technology or related IT field Preferred
- 5-8 years' technical/programming experience required with 3-5 years of system programming experience Preferred
- Previous mainframe experience Required
- Familiarity with system level software products including REXX, JCL, Assembler and COBOL preferred
- Familiarity with IBM mainframe products including z/OS, CICS, DB2 and WebSphere MQ preferred
- Familiarity with software products such as TCP/IP, DFSMS/HSM, HCD/IOCP, SMP/E, Unix System Services, AMI Ops, RACF or CA-1
- Ability to complete complex projects within an established time frame
- Ability to effectively communicate (both oral and written) with customers
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical initiatives, make independent decisions, and deliver sustained operational improvements
Other Requirements• Criminal background check required.
Salary Range InformationUSD $76,158.00 - USD $158,663.00 /Yr. Range includes data points from multiple labor markets. Specific range is dependent on the labor market where the incumbent will be hired to perform the position. Starting salary is dependent on candidate qualifications and experience. For a narrower salary range specific to your labor market, please inquire.
What you can expect when you join Sammons Financial Group•
Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family, including Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA & FSA options, and term life insurance.
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Competitive compensation with a performance-based incentive program tied to clear goals and individual and/or company success.
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Invest in your future with our 100% company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), plus automatic enrollment in our 401(k).
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Work-life balance that means something. Friday afternoons off year-round, generous paid time off, and paid holidays.
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Commit to your growth with paid development time, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities across industry, individual, and leadership programs.
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Make an impact beyond the workplace through volunteer time off, and our company nonprofit matching gift program, supporting the causes that matter most to you.
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An ownership culture that inspires; join a connected, values-driven workplace where employees take accountability, support one another, and are empowered to do their best work-together shaping our future shared success.
Work Authorization/SponsorshipAt this time, we're not considering candidates that need any type of immigration sponsorship now or in the future or those needing work authorization for this role (This includes, but is not limited to students on F1-OPT, F1-CPT, J-1, etc.)
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