Senior AI Automation Engineer

Senior AI Automation Engineer

This role involves driving the AI-enabled modernization of mainframe z/VM and Linux vulnerability patching. The objective is to develop agent-based automation to accelerate remediation and reduce security risk. This position requires a specific start date due to business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of AI-driven automation frameworks for z/VM and Linux patching.
• Build and deploy agent-based workflows to orchestrate vulnerability remediation at scale.
• Integrate AI agents with mainframe systems, APIs, and security tooling.
• Partner with infrastructure and security teams to prioritize and execute patching initiatives.
• Ensure the reliability, scalability, and operational readiness of automation solutions.

Required Qualifications

Experience: 10+ years of experience in mainframe infrastructure engineering, including z/VM and Linux installation and testing. Hands-on experience developing AI/agent-based automation frameworks and agents is necessary.

Technical Skills: Strong Python programming skills in enterprise environments are required. Experience developing and integrating with z/VM and Linux APIs is also necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with agent-based or autonomous system architectures.
• Experience with mainframe tooling supporting end-to-end vulnerability patching.
• Exposure to AIOps or AI applied to mainframe infrastructure operations.

Work Environment

This position requires a hybrid schedule with a minimum of three days per week onsite. Approved locations for this role are Plano, TX; Jersey City, NJ; Charlotte, NC; and Chandler, AZ.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.