Lead Platform Engineer
JOB DESCRIPTION:
In this role, you will be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of WebSphere and Liberty, as well as playing a backup role for the other technologies supported by the Mainframe Strategic Engineering team.
You will collaborate with application developers, system administrators, and other IT professionals to ensure a stable and high-performing WebSphere environment.
You will also be asked to evaluate and perform Proof-of-Concepts for strategic product candidates.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform Lifecycle Management for Mainframe Strategic Engineering products.
Work with the customers/end-users to solve issues and assist with process automation.
Manage the vendor relationships for the products that we apply.
Monitor the status of tickets we have open with the vendor and handle critical issues as required.
Responsible for Incident, Problem, and Change Management for all Mainframe Strategic Engineering products.
Ensure incidents and problems are closed according to domain standards, and all change management requirements are strictly followed.
Represent the team at the various change management meetings on a regular basis.
Evaluate new products in the strategic engineering space.
Mitigates risk by following established procedures and monitoring controls, spotting key errors, and demonstrating strong ethical behavior.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 6+ years of relevant experience.
Systems programming skills in SMPE, RACF, and knowledge of MVS system internals.
Experience with WASz and Liberty.
REXX programming experience preferred.
HTML, Java, Java Script, Rexx programming a plus.
Knowledge of z/OS UNIX System Services and MVS environments.
Experience with Mainframe system automation.
Good written and verbal skills.
The ability to multitask and work in a team environment is a must.
Understanding of VTAM and TCP/IP.