Senior Mainframe Automation

Role Description

We are seeking a Senior Mainframe Automation SME to lead and drive automation initiatives within the enterprise Mainframe environment. This role requires deep expertise in Broadcom OPS/MVS, IBM System Automation (SA z/OS), and GDPS, along with strong knowledge of z/OS core components, NetView, and IPL processes. The candidate will enhance automation maturity, improve resiliency, and support modernization efforts across the platform.

• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of Mainframe automation using OPS/MVS and System Automation.
• Develop, enhance, and maintain automation for IPL (startup/shutdown) with a focus on stability, repeatability, and minimal manual intervention.
• Support and improve Disaster Recovery (DR) processes, including GDPS workflows and recovery automation.
• Partner with z/OS, Middleware, Application, Scheduling, and Infrastructure teams to align automation with operational and business requirements.
• Drive phased IPL automation strategies to support controlled startup/shutdown during maintenance windows.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation and system issues across Production, Non‑Prod, and Staging environments.
• Create and maintain operational documentation, runbooks, and standards to ensure supportability and knowledge transfer.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies; contribute to backlog refinement, PI planning, and roadmap definition.

Qualifications

• Combined minimum of 7 years’ higher education and/or related work experience.
• Strong hands‑on expertise in enterprise automation.
• Broadcom OPS/MVS: rule development/tuning, automation frameworks, and use of newer product capabilities.
• IBM System Automation (SA z/OS): policy configuration, resource automation, and operational integration.
• GDPS: strong understanding and experience with GDPS automation (e.g., Metro/Global/XRC concepts as applicable).
• NetView: monitoring/integration experience and operational troubleshooting.
• Strong z/OS core knowledge: JES2/JES3 concepts (as applicable), SYSLOG/message handling, WTORs, system start/stop sequencing, and IPL procedures.
• Strong scripting skills with REXX (advanced), and ability to build supportable automation solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to work in high‑availability production environments and lead incident/problem resolution.

Requirements

• 8–12+ years of Mainframe experience with Watchtower / observability tooling experience.
• Ansible playbook development for Mainframe automation.
• OPS/MVS REST API integration (e.g., integrating automation workflows with external orchestration tools).
• Experience modernizing automation processes and implementing standardization and documentation best practices.
• Experience working in Agile delivery models.

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management across technical and non‑technical teams.
• Strong ownership, accountability, and bias for action.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and influence in a matrixed environment.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills; capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Comfortable providing after‑hours support during critical change windows (e.g., IPL weekends) when required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Health, welfare, and retirement benefits.
• 401(k) match at 5%.
• Work-life balance and flexible work arrangements.
• Banking Officers start with 25 days PTO plus 12 paid holidays.
• 40 hours paid volunteer hours per year.
• Much more. For details, see: M&T Benefits Overview.

Location

Clanton, Alabama, United States of America