General Dynamics Information Technology · 10 hours ago
z/VM Systems Programmer Principal
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$113K/yr - $150K/yr
8+ years expGeneral Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) is a global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology, and mission services to government agencies. As a z/VM Systems Programmer Principal, you will support IBM Mainframes, perform upgrades to the z/VM OS, and monitor system performance while collaborating with a team to resolve complex technical issues.
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Responsibilities
Support IBM Mainframes
Plan and perform upgrades to the z/VM OS and ISV products
Support day-to-day activities and resolve problems on client systems
Provide support for zLinux guests
Monitor system performance and implement tuning and capacity planning improvements
Maintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and policies
Provide support for offsite disaster recovery tests
Engage with situations that require a high degree of technical complexity and a significant level of customer interface
Work well in a team environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related field
8+ years of related experience
In-depth knowledge of computer architecture concepts such as partitioning, virtual memory, paging, buffers, caching, compilers/interpreter/object/executable-machine code, and external storage systems
Knowledge of z/VM systems, z/VM management tools, and Velocity software
Exposure to planning and performing upgrades to z/VM OS and ISV products
Knowledge of VMSES, REXX, Shared File System (SFS) and Open Edition (Byte File System) required
Familiarity with TCP/IP, RACF, DirMaint, IBM Operations Manager, Backup and Restore Manager, and Tape Manager
Experience with session managers and assembler language programs
The ability to manage small groups, lead projects, and coordinate multiple tasks under time and resource constraints
The ability to analyze complex problems and issues, then propose a well-thought-out practical solution
The ability to prioritize workloads effectively to meet changing business needs
Clear and concise communication skills
Self-motivated and self directed-individual with a positive attitude
Ability to work well in a team environment
Ability to project a professional image
Overtime and weekend work occasionally required; some travel necessary
Provide a 24/7 service on-call to clients
Must be able to work with staff in geographically diverse locations
Preferred
zLinux experience would be a plus but not required
OSA, VSWITCH and Dynamic IOCP configuration experience would also be a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
401K with company match
Variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
Paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees
Short and long-term disability benefits
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance
Company
General Dynamics Information Technology
General Dynamics Information Technology is an IT consulting company that specializes in cyber security, AI, and quantum computing. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
10001+ employees
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