About the role
Client is a multinational technology and consulting company known for its expertise in providing IT services and solutions. With a global presence, it offers a wide range of services including digital transformation, application development, infrastructure management, and business process outsourcing. The company has a strong focus on innovation, leveraging emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and data analytics to drive client success. Client is committed to delivering high-quality results and ensuring customer satisfaction through its team of skilled professionals and robust project management methodologies.
Rate: $46.43/Hr
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
Batch Scheduling & Operations:
- Overall 7-9 years of experience in mainframe engineering, batch job scheduling and monitoring batch jobs
- Design, develop, and maintain batch job schedules using IBM Scheduler (OPC), Autosys, and Maestro.
- Monitor daily batch processing cycles, ensuring timely and successful completion.
- Troubleshoot and resolve scheduling and batch job failures, collaborating with application development and infra operations teams as needed.
- Review job dependencies and optimize workflows to prevent bottlenecks and improve performance.
- Document batch job workflows, schedules, and operational procedures.
- Mainframe batch application support or development knowledge to fix batch issues with good hands-on skills on Mainframe - COBOL, JCL, VSAM, CICS, DB2.
- REXX, Endeavor, OPC scheduler, Autosys, Maestro.
- Support and maintain mainframe environments, ensuring batch jobs run efficiently and reliably.
- Perform regular health checks and performance tuning for mainframe batch processing.
- Participate in mainframe upgrades, migrations, and disaster recovery testing as required.
- Collaboration & Support:
- Work closely with application, infrastructure, and operations teams to coordinate batch job changes and deployments.
- Provide on-call support for critical production batch cycles and address incidents promptly.
- Offer technical guidance and knowledge transfer to junior team members and peers.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Identify opportunities to automate manual processes, reduce errors, and improve overall system efficiency.
- Stay updated with the latest mainframe technologies, scheduling tools, and industry best practices.
- Years of Experience: 12.00 Years of Experience
Top 3 skills required:
- Mainframe Support Engineer
- Mainframe - COBOL, JCL, VSAM, CICS, DB2.
- REXX, Endeavor, OPC scheduler, Autosys, Maestro.
About ApTask:
ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-certified company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
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