Profile Description :
Were seeking someone to join our Enterprise Technology team as a Mainframe MQ Engineer, in Enterprise Z will be responsible for all phases of MQ engineering and MQ operation functions.
In the Technology division, we leverage innovation to build the connections and capabilities that power our Firm, enabling our clients and colleagues to redefine markets and shape the future of our communities.
This is Director position that manages and optimizes technical infrastructure and ensures the seamless operation of IT systems to support business needs effectively. Since 1935, we are known as a global leader in financial services, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world.
What youll do in the role :
- The Mainframe MQ Systems Programmer is responsible for all phases of MQ engineering and MQ operation functions.
- The candidate must be comfortable working with MQ in a 24x7 large scale Sysplex environment (multi-queue managers, high volume, large number of applications) and must be able to support application developers in the use of MQ in batch and CICS environments.
- Individual will also interface with the distributed MQ engineering and operations teams.
- The MQ engineer should have strong analytical, organizational and communication skills.
- Periodic on-call support and maintenance outside of normal working hours are needed to support the MQ environment and to resolve issues.
What youll bring to the role :
At least 4+ years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role.Defining IBM MQ resources (channels, queues, etc)Knowledge of MQ Data Sharing in a large Sysplex environmentUnderstanding of High Availability conceptsPerform MQ software maintenance.Ability to perform problem determination as well as interface with IBM SupportKnowledgeable in MQ Performance & Tuning as well as MQ MonitoringSupport performance and capacity planning including the development of performance and trending reports.Familiar with Disaster Recovery procedures & testsSupport in-house developed tools including wrapper for the MQI, enhanced CICS trigger monitor, and channel security exits.Knowledge of Sysview for MQ, CA-Neumics AnalyzerUnderstanding of zOS functions such as : APF, Link list, LPA, VSAMFamiliar with Java, Kafka and MQ Confluent Connectors in the Mainframe environmentAbility to develop internal tools via JCL, REXX, etc.Excellent oral / written communication skillsFamiliarity with CICS TS V6.1+SMP / E knowledgeKnowledge of external security (RACF & CA-Top Secret) as related to MQPrior Application programming experience to support application development teamsKnowledge of Cobol from an application point of view(ref : hirist.tech)