z / OS Systems Programmer

BMOCanada, Canada

7 days ago

Salary

CAD74800–CAD138600 yearly

Job type

Part-time

Job description

Application Deadline :

12 / 19 / 2024

Address :

4100 Gordon Baker Road

Job Family Group : Technology

Are you passionate about mainframe technology and eager to make a significant impact in the banking industry? Join BMO as a z / OS Systems Programmer and be a key player in developing and implementing our IT mainframe infrastructure and platform strategies. Your expertise will support our business strategies and organizational growth, ensuring our mainframe systems are reliable, secure, and efficient.

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic Development :

Develop and implement IT mainframe infrastructure and platform strategies to support business needs and growth.

Design, build, install, test, maintain, monitor, and upgrade mainframe infrastructure.

System Management :

Understand and manage current and future technical platform hardware, operating systems, security, and system services layers.

Ensure reliable and secure computing and communications capabilities to run business software with optimal cost and availability.

Disaster Recovery and Troubleshooting :

Support disaster recovery procedures and troubleshoot network and connectivity issues promptly to minimize disruption.

Stakeholder Collaboration :

Work with stakeholders to recommend infrastructure solutions based on engineering requirements.

Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support strategic initiatives.

Operational Excellence :

Conduct independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues.

Break down strategic problems, analyze data, and provide insights and recommendations.

Ensure infrastructure solutions are scalable, flexible, supportable, fully monitored, and standardized.

Knowledge Sharing and Development :

Identify opportunities to strengthen the technology organization by sharing expertise, mentoring employees, and building communities of practice.

Stay abreast of industry trends through professional associations, practice communities, and individual learning.

Problem Solving :

Exercise judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.

Work independently on a range of complex tasks, including unique situations.

Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications :

Typically, between 5-7 years of relevant experience and a post-secondary degree in a related field of study, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Comfortable with mainframe tools / components such as TSO, ISPF, NetView, RACF, SMP, and TCP / IP.

Working knowledge of mainframe concepts such as LPARs, SYSPLEX, and MVS.

Possesses a deep understanding and problem-solving ability.

Experience with mainframe modernization initiatives, including integrating modern technologies and practices into the mainframe environment.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent collaboration and team skills.

In-depth analytical and problem-solving skills.

Data-driven decision-making abilities.

Nice to Have :

Working knowledge and technical proficiency in one or more of the following technologies zWAS, Assembler, Db2, VSAM, z / OS Connect, and CICS.

Experience with installing, maintaining, and upgrading mainframe software in z / OS using SMP

Salary :

74,800.00 - $138,600.00

Pay Type : Salaried

The above represents BMO Financial Group's pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group's expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group's total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit : : / / jobs.bmo.com / global / en / Total-Rewards

We're here to help

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose : Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We'll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we'll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at : / / jobs.bmo.com / ca / en .

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other's differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

Note to Recruiters : BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.