Mainframe MQ System Programmer
Core
Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot IBM MQ for z/OS systems in large-scale mainframe environments, ensuring high availability and performance for critical business operations.
Role type
Senior Mainframe MQ System Administrator
Builds
High-availability MQ Queue Managers, Queue Sharing Groups (QSG), and Coupling Facility environments
Domain
Mainframe Systems / Enterprise Messaging
Required skills
IBM MQ for z/OS administration, SMP/E and Shopz Series installation, Queue Sharing Groups (QSG) management, Coupling Facility expertise, Disaster Recovery planning, Performance tuning and monitoring, Security configuration, Automation scripting (REXX)
Preferred skills
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MQ Explorer and Tivoli experience, Omegamon and SYSVIEW familiarity, BMC MainView experience, MQATTACH and ICC experience
Technologies
IBM MQ, z/OS, SMP/E, Shopz Series, Coupling Facility, MQ Explorer, Tivoli, Omegamon, SYSVIEW, BMC MainView, MQATTACH, ICC
Responsibilities
Install, upgrade, and maintain MQ for z/OS using Shopz Series and SMP/E; Administer MQ Queue Managers including configuration and tuning; Manage and support Queue Sharing Groups (QSG) and Sysplex environments; Monitor system performance and capacity; Troubleshoot MQ problems using command line and monitoring tools; Participate in Disaster Recovery planning; Provide primary and backup on-call support during extended hours
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC