Mainframe Systems Programmer, DB2

At Ensono, our Purpose is to be a relentless ally, disrupting the status quo and unleashing our clients to Do Great Things! We enable our clients to achieve key business outcomes that reshape how our world runs. As an expert technology adviser and managed service provider with cross-platform certifications, Ensono empowers our clients to keep up with continuous change and embrace innovation.

We can Do Great Things because we have great Associates. The Ensono Core Values unify our diverse talents and are woven into how we do business. These five traits are the key to achieving our purpose.

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The Ensono Title for this role is Senior Solutions Delivery Architect. Advertising as Mainframe Systems Programmer, DBE

As the Senior Solutions Delivery Architect, you will be responsible for creating Low Level Design (LLD) documents and providing technical knowledge to support the Sales and Solution Architecture teams, as well as interact with potential and new clients to assist with identifying components in scope for Client On-boarding and Migrations. You will be responsible for performing Client Onboarding, Migrations, and completing end-to-end server builds.

This includes being responsible for upgrades for DB2 on zOS and associated ISV products. You will also be engaged in the transition from client’s in-house IT into Ensono’s support. The Senior Systems Programmer supporting DB2 for the Transition Team may be engaged in more than one migration or project simultaneously.

What You Will Do:

• You will be engaged in the support of DB2 for one or more clients. Apply maintenance and perform upgrades as needed.
• Upgrade and support ISV software related to DB2.
• You will engage in the testing and monitoring of existing DB2 workloads after OS or CPU upgrades.
• Work with clients to debug database related issues.
• You will have the opportunity to meet with new clients as they enter Ensono and participate in Knowledge Transfer and shadowing of client environments.
• You will work on a team of other mainframe professionals to transition new clients into Ensono’s support.
• Troubleshooting and solving of DB2 System database issues
• Troubleshooting and solving DB2 software related issues
• Working knowledge of WLM environment with respect to DB2
• Solid working knowledge of DB2 Utilities, TSO and FTP
• Strong knowledge of SMP/E and its role in the installation process
• This is not a 24x7 on-call position and is project based.

What You Will Need:

• Minimal Requirements include five years of experience working within a z/OS environment. Familiarity with mainframe functional areas such as z/OS Operating System, Storage, Databases, CICS, and Disaster Recovery concepts.
• Technical implementation skills required for DB2 on zOS and related ISV software products on the z/OS platform.
• This includes experience with SMP/E, including base installation and maintenance application for DB2 and related ISV software.
• Proficiency in interacting with ISV vendors, problem determination and resolution for the products identified above.
• ISV products include, but are not limited to CA database tools, IBM database tools, Sysview, Omegamon, and Mainview.
• Ability to host meetings and conference calls.
• Must be self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel to a level of creating documents which can be shared with clients.
• Will serve as primary technical contact for mainframe Database for one or more clients during transition.
• Experience supporting DB2 zOS from a Systems or DBA perspective is required.
• Experience with CICS or zOS Operating System a plus.
• The successful candidate will have experience upgrading DB2 zOS.
• Understanding of DB2 connect, Security exits.
• DB2 data sharing in a SYSPLEX environment
• Extracting information from DB2 logs
• DB2 Database system recovery
• Experience with IDAA a plus
• Experience with IMS and IMS upgrades a plus

Why Ensono?

Ensono is a place where we unleash Associates to Do Great Things – for our clients and for your career. This could mean achieving a professional goal, collaborating with your team on an innovative idea, learning a new skill, reaching a wellness milestone, or engaging in your community through volunteer programs. Whatever it means to you, we want Ensono to be the place where you can do great things.

We value flexibility and work-life balance. Positions that are not required to be onsite to support a client may offer the ability to work remotely or hybrid at an Ensono office location.

• Unlimited Paid Day Off (PDO) Plan
• Two robust health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Eligibility for dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life and AD&D coverage, and flexible spending accounts
• Depending on location, ability to take advantage of fitness centers
• Wellness program
• Flexible work schedule

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this role is $80,000 to $150,000 annually based on a full-time schedule. Please note that placement in the range may vary based on numerous factors including but not limited to skills, experience, internal equity, and business needs. In addition to base salary, other compensation programs, depending on eligibility, include an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, and an equity grant under our Associate Equity Appreciation Program.

Ensono is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment to our Associates and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

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