IMS Systems Programmer (Mainframe IMS)

TL;DR

IMS Systems Programmer (Mainframe IMS): Developing, testing, and maintaining software for mainframe operating systems and DBDC subsystems with an accent on driving solutions to complex problems and ensuring system security. Focus on providing underlying platform programming support, conducting root cause analysis, and providing technical guidance to lead professional work teams.

Location: Fully Remote (Poland)

Company

hirify.global designs, builds, manages, and modernizes mission-critical technology systems for clients globally.

What you will do

• Develop, test, and maintain software that controls a computer's operating system, hardware, and other systems software.
• Provide underlying Mainframe operating system platform programming and DBDC subsystem programming support.
• Guide functional objectives on technologies and drive solutions to complex problems using expert knowledge.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) discussions for products and issues.
• Provide ongoing technical and operational guidance to lead professional work teams.
• Ensure the security of computer systems and collaborate on designing and implementing new technology.

Requirements

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in IMS DB/DC system programming.
• Advanced knowledge of DL/I and IMS hierarchical database structures.
• Deep expertise in IMS components (DBDs, PSBs, ACBs, DBRC, MFS).
• Proven experience in installing, maintaining, and upgrading IMS base and related products using SMP/E.
• Solid problem determination and root cause analysis skills (dumps, logs, traces, Abend-AID, etc.).
• Proficiency in IMS performance tuning, resource monitoring, and capacity analysis using tools like IMS Problem Investigator.
• Hands-on experience with IMS DBA tasks, including database reorganizations and schema changes.
• Skilled in REXX, JCL, ISPF, and scripting automation for recurring tasks.
• Basic understanding of Assembler for exit modifications and diagnostic tasks.
• Familiarity with disaster recovery (DR) processes and experience participating in DR drills.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working policy with home working opportunities.
• Access to the BeWell Program (online consultants in law, tax, life events, psychology, coaching).
• Retirement pension plan and a Cafeteria platform with hirify.global benefits points.
• Private health card, life insurance package, and Multisport Card.
• Discounts for hirify.global employees and a wide range of benefit options for parents and children.
• Free language courses and many personal development possibilities.
• Employee referral program, Mindfulness and Yoga Classes.