The Subject Matter Expert Mainframe System Programmer provides senior-level technical leadership and specialized expertise supporting enterprise mainframe environments for complex, mission-critical systems. This role is responsible for defining system requirements, analyzing operational and technical challenges, and developing implementation strategies for mainframe infrastructure, storage, replication, disaster recovery, and system optimization initiatives.
The Subject Matter Expert will lead and support modernization, operational stability, and continuity planning for large-scale mainframe platforms, ensuring system reliability, scalability, and alignment with organizational and regulatory requirements.
Define technical problems and develop detailed plans and requirements for moderately complex to highly complex mainframe systems
Provide subject matter expertise for enterprise IBM mainframe platforms, storage, and replication technologies
Coordinate and manage technical analyses, evaluations, and recommendations for system enhancements and infrastructure initiatives
Lead operational support and maintenance activities for z/OS, DB2, and CICS environments
Design, implement, and optimize DASD replication, backup, and recovery solutions
Support disaster recovery, business continuity, and capacity optimization planning and execution
Develop technical specifications and guide the execution of mainframe-related initiatives
Analyze system performance, availability, and scalability, recommending improvements as needed
Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams to ensure system interoperability and operational resilience
Document system architectures, procedures, operational processes, and technical findings
Provide guidance on enterprise storage systems, tape systems, and data protection strategies
RequirementsMinimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in:
Computer Science
Information Systems
Engineering
Business
Or another related scientific or technical discipline
Minimum 7 years of general experience in the Information Technology field
At least 5 years of specialized experience directly related to mainframe systems and the required area of expertise
Demonstrated experience defining requirements, performing technical analyses, and developing plans for complex systems
15 years of experience supporting enterprise mainframe systems, including:
IBM z16 2932-A02 and above
DS8950 5341-996 and above
TS7770 3948-VED and above
15 years of experience operating and maintaining:
z/OS version 2.5 and above
IBM DB2 version 12 and above
CICS Transaction Server version 6.0 and above
10 years of experience with DASD replication technologies, including:
IBM Copy Services Manager version 6.3.15.0 and above
Implementation and management of Safeguard Copy
10 years of experience in:
Disaster recovery planning and execution
Business continuity management
Capacity planning and system optimization
12+ years of relevant industry experience supporting enterprise IT systems (Senior SME level)
10+ years of advanced specialized technical experience directly related to mainframe systems programming and infrastructure
Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a related technical discipline (preferred)
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or related technical discipline
- Minimum 7 years of general experience in Information Technology
- At least 5 years of specialized experience directly related to mainframe systems
- Experience defining requirements, performing technical analyses, and developing plans for complex systems
- Experience operating and supporting z/OS, DB2, and CICS environments
- Designing and implementing DASD replication, backup, and recovery solutions
- Experience with disaster recovery planning, business continuity, and capacity planning
- 15 years experience supporting enterprise mainframe systems and specific hardware (IBM z16, DS8950, TS7770)
- Experience with z/OS v2.5+, IBM DB2 v12+, and CICS Transaction Server v6.0+
- 10 years experience with IBM Copy Services Manager (v6.3.15.0+) and Safeguard Copy
- 12+ years relevant industry experience supporting enterprise IT systems (Senior SME level)
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in a related technical discipline
What We Do
Angarai International, Inc. is a professional management consulting firm specializing in enterprise transformation and oversight services. The organization provides business advisory and innovative solutions, partnering with local, state, and federal entities to drive organizational change. They focus on project management and professional management solutions to assist clients in achieving strategic objectives and improving operational efficiency.
