Mainframe Developer

Mainframe DeveloperLocation: Remote working PST hours- San Jose, CALong term contractInterview Process: 2 rounds; 1 hour eachSkills Required: TOP 3 MUST HAVESATTLSNETWORKING SECRUTIYDIASTER RECOVERYGood knowledge of routing, adding and redundancyJob Description:Position Summary:The Senior Software Engineer – Communications is the principal IBM and 3rd party software product architect and an expert technical resource for those software systems. This position incorporates some functions and responsibilities of a Software Architect and Software Specialist. Under general direction, the Senior Software Engineer will evaluate, design, implement, and maintain IBM software, third party software, management systems, computer applications, operating systems and direct software services.Duties/Responsibilities:Primary responsibility for maintaining the VTAM & TCPIP subsystems in a z/OS 2.4 and JES2 software environment.Install and/or participate with software management and installation. This would include installation and maintenance utilizing the IBM SMP/E product. It also includes migration with testing and integration.Implement and verifies backup and recovery procedures. This would include Business Recovery concerns and associated testing.Reviews new features and other changes related to system software and advises Technical/Development/Operations groups of issues relevant to reporting, programming, and performance, identifying the need for software upgrades and patches, as appropriate.Creates, maintains, and upgrades software systems for development and production environments.Monitors system software access, performance, and resource utilization.Provides technical leadership to developers on software management systems, development and integration tools, and deployment strategies, including application tuning and guidance in effective software features.Act as a liaison between application programmers and vendors to report and resolve software problems.Work with application programmers to ensure that application problems do not adversely affect production operations.Assists with the analysis, design, programming, and implementation of applications that will interface with system software.Analyzes requirements and recommends policies, procedures, and standards for software systems.Develops and modifies technical documentation to support operations and training.Performs other duties as assigned including special projects.Develop/maintain/monitor proper software use and security authorization policies.Ability to provide 24/7/365 software support. This would include on-call support during off-hours.Serves as the Mainframe Team Lead regarding contract review and execution.Serves as the Disaster Recovery focal point concerning all aspects of the IBM DR process.Minimum Qualifications:20+ years of experience with mainframe software management specific to VTAM & TCPIP sub-system and associated software products.Experience supporting/leading/training of software management use with little or no direction. This would include all aspects such as logical/physical design, defining, implementing, monitoring, reporting and utilities.Actively mentor and guide staff in development of mainframe implementation, testing, and maintaining of VTAM & TCPIP software and related system software skills.Monitor VTAM & TCPIP and its components to make recommendations to better utilize resources for optimal performance and cost-effectiveness.Ability to install and customize IBM and third party software using SMP/E & IEBCOPYAbility to perform multiple activities simultaneously with minimal supervision.Possible travel and variable hours may be required.Ability to write/read/debug programs in a batch and online environment.Ability to write software exit program(s) and use software utilities as required.Solid knowledge of mainframe JCL and utilities.Expert knowledge with Disaster Recovery Best PracticesExpert knowledge of OSA Adapters, IP, VTAM & SSL/TLS Traces.Expert knowledge of FTPS, SFTP, AT/TLS, VVP, JQP, MFT & EntireX.Expert knowledge of CL Super Session, TN3270 & Enterprise Extender.Experience using TSO, ISPF, SDSF, IPTRACE & NTSTATExperience using RACF commands for managing digital certificates & keyringsExperience with IP Routing, IP subnet structures, VIPA and hyper-socketsExperience with DR DASD/VTS mirroring & associated networking requirementsExperience writing in Assembler, REXX and CLISTs.Experience and understanding of z/OS UNIX environment.Strong analytical skills.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Excellent problem-solving skills.Ability to think strategically and act tactically.Ability to work in a team environment, share ideas and take direction.