Mainframe System Programmer at DXC Technology

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

DXC Technology Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, IT ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Solid z/OS Operating System installation and maintenance
  • Proficient in JCL coding skills, REXX and HLASM programming languages
  • Solid problem determination and resolution skills for operating system and program products, with an understanding of system monitoring tools
  • Experienced in supporting multiple client mainframe workloads
  • Understanding of z/OS services structure, JES concepts, sysplex configuration, Unix System Services, Comm Server (VTAM, TCP/IP, system catalogue structures, and IODF/HCD)
  • Solid understanding of Disaster Recovery planning
  • Experienced in administering 3rd Party vendor print packages
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 5+ years of experience in this role

Responsibilities

  • Maintain, install, document and customise the mainframe operating system and installed software
  • Diagnose system and performance problems
  • Execute configuration changes
  • Implement vendor-supplied software
  • Work on project-related tasks
  • Provide technical support to clients and other client service lines
  • Perform z/OS systems programming activities and coordinate project resources needed to complete software maintenance and installation schedules
  • Ensure software is operating at supported and optimised levels
  • Work with z/OS administrators to analyse and resolve root cause issues
  • Provide on-call support as required for products supported by the team
  • Plan, support, and manage the installation and execution of infrastructure and vendor-supplied software products for the mainframe environment
  • Partake in planning and establishing best practices for the z/OS COTS vendor product environments
  • Analyse technical system changes and improvements made to the system software to determine impacts related to existing systems and guarantee continued operations and availability of systems

Skills

z/OS
JCL
REXX
HLASM
Mainframe Systems Programming
System Installation
Software Maintenance
Problem Determination
Performance Analysis
COTS Products

DXC Technology

IT services for enterprise modernization and management

About DXC Technology

DXC Technology provides IT services to large enterprises, focusing on modernizing their critical systems and operations. The company uses the Enterprise Technology Stack to enhance IT infrastructure, optimize data architectures, and ensure security across various cloud environments, including public, private, and hybrid. DXC operates on a contractual basis, offering consulting, system integration, and managed services to help clients improve their IT operations. What sets DXC apart from competitors is its strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and corporate responsibility, which has earned it recognition as one of the Most Responsible Companies. The goal of DXC Technology is to be a trusted partner for enterprises, helping them achieve scalable and secure IT solutions while promoting inclusion and diversity within its workforce.

McLean, VirginiaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$14.6MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Emerging IT service providers offer cost-effective solutions, threatening DXC's market share.
Rapid technological changes may outpace DXC's innovation, risking service obsolescence.
Economic downturns could reduce IT spending, impacting DXC's long-term contract revenue.

Differentiation

DXC Technology is a Fortune 500 global IT services leader.
The company specializes in modernizing mission-critical systems for large enterprises.
DXC's Enterprise Technology Stack ensures security and scalability across cloud environments.

Upsides

DXC is recognized as a leader in the 2024 Magic Quadrant for Outsourced Digital Workplace Services.
The Quercus AI platform collaboration with Ferrovial and Microsoft enhances DXC's innovation capabilities.
DXC's role in transforming Italy's healthcare sector showcases its expertise in digital transformation.

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