Staff Systems Engineer, z/OS & z/VM at Visa

Highlands Ranch, Colorado, United States

Visa Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Payments, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or at least 2 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 0 years of work experience with a PhD, OR 8+ years of relevant work experience
  • Experience with installation, configuration, and maintenance of z/VM operating system and subsystems (preferred)
  • Strong problem determination and troubleshooting skills in z/VM environments (preferred)
  • Working knowledge of z/OS operating systems and experience managing virtual machine resources (highly preferred)
  • Experience with SMP/E and ISV software installation (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Install, maintain, and upgrade z/VM operating system and subsystems
  • Configure, install, and support z/OS operating environments, including implementing and maintaining virtual machine resources and related subsystems
  • Provide 24x7 production support for Visa operations, including second-level z/VM and z/OS system support, with on-call rotational coverage for geographically dispersed data centers
  • Apply working knowledge of SMP/E for software installation and maintenance
  • Utilize and maintain z/VM tools and subsystems, with a basic understanding of major z/VM and z/OS subsystems (such as JES2, RACF, VTAM, TCP/IP, DIRMAINT, RACF/VM, VM:Secure, and VM:Operator)
  • Perform system and application monitoring and proactively address operational issues
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex system problems for both z/VM and z/OS environments
  • Manage workload independently, escalating as necessary to senior engineers and management
  • Collaborate with other support, development, and user groups to manage infrastructure requirements from design through implementation
  • Work with vendors on software upgrades, maintenance, and support for both z/VM and z/OS platforms
  • Document processes and changes using tools such as Microsoft Project, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Assist application teams with problem determination and requests for new functionality on both z/VM and z/OS
  • Support user requirements for software functionality and features
  • Maintain knowledge of ISV software tools and related mainframe utilities

Skills

z/VM
z/OS
Systems Engineering
Mainframe
Virtual Machines
Operating Systems
Production Support
Hardware Management
System Installation
System Upgrades
System Configuration

Visa

Global digital payment network provider

About Visa

Visa operates a global digital payment network that facilitates electronic payments for millions of people daily. The company connects consumers, businesses, financial institutions, and governments, allowing them to make transactions using Visa cards. Each time a card is used, Visa earns money through transaction, service, and data processing fees. Unlike many competitors, Visa focuses on expanding access to financial services for underserved communities and supporting local economies. The company's goal is to promote financial inclusivity and drive sustainable commerce, ensuring that more people can participate in the global economy.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1958Year Founded
$55.8MTotal Funding
ANGEL_INDIVIDUALCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance.
Life Insurance.
Dental Insurance.
Disability Insurance.
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.

Risks

CBDCs could reduce reliance on Visa's payment network.
'Buy Now, Pay Later' services may decrease traditional credit card transactions.
Fintech startups offering zero-fee transactions could pressure Visa's revenue model.

Differentiation

Visa operates a global digital payment network connecting millions daily.
The company focuses on financial inclusivity and sustainability in its operations.
Visa collaborates with central banks on Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).

Upsides

Visa's partnership with fintechs enhances cross-border payment solutions.
Adoption of blockchain technology could revolutionize digital payments.
AI-driven fraud detection systems are reducing fraudulent activities.

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