What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mainframe System Programmer position at EStaff Tech LLC?
Job Title: Mainframe System Programmer Job Location: NYC, NY (REMOTE) Duration: 24 months Mode of Interview : Virtual Client: FISA Experience / Preferred Qualifications: **** Experience required : 15 plus years ******** * Experience in DB2 Database system recovery. * Working knowledge of DB2. * Must have experience with VTAM and TCP/IP. * A minimum of 10 years of experience working with z/OS, JES2, SMP/E, TSO, IOCP/HCD, basic IBM utilities (IDCAMS, IEFBR14, etc.), program product installations, working knowledge of the IBM virtual tape system, and Unix System Services. * Working knowledge of CICS, IMS, and AFP printing is a plus. * Experience in using monitoring tools such as OMEGAMON * Working with an enterprise-wide, large-scale implementation * Excellent communication skills (Oral and written), interpersonal, and organizational skills are required * The candidate must have experience with mainframe CPU installs as a systems programmer Consultant Primary responsibilities will include: * * Supporting and maintaining DB2 subsystems in a z/OS environment * Performing DB2 software installs, upgrades, and maintenance * Diagnosing and resolving complex DB2 and related product issues * Tuning DB2 for optimal performance and resource utilization * Providing technical leadership and documentation for DB2 best practices * Utilizing a strong knowledge of SMP/E and its role in the installation process * Conducting ongoing maintenance (installing, patching, upgrading, administering, etc.) of the mainframe z/OS operating system, accompanying storage systems, systems software products (e.g., database, transaction server, security management, scheduling, report distribution, etc.), and UNIX Systems Services. * The candidate is required to provide Production off-hour coverage and support periodic weekend implementations.