[Remote] Mainframe Consultant

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Amtex Systems Inc is seeking a Mainframe Consultant to support z/OS system programming and administration in a remote, full-time role. The position is responsible for installing, upgrading, configuring, maintaining, and improving complex z/OS environments and third-party software while collaborating with infrastructure and application support teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard system programming activities like configuration, installation & maintenance using SMP/E, and vendor software installations in the mainframe environment
• Perform Operating System upgrade and RSU maintenance via z/OSMF Workflow
• Z/OS version upgrade (2.x, 3.x) and ISV upgrade experience
• Advanced System Management: Architect, install, and configure highly complex z/OS environments and third-party software
• Support Software Standardization and new Feature implementations
• Support other team: storage management, performance tuning, capacity planning, security, networking, and operating procedures from zOS perspective
• Work with Mainframe System Programmers staff across tracks to enhance the mainframe environment
• Assist team members to solve problems, make innovative improvements and make decisions
• Identify and implement system and process improvements in the z/OS environment Work with application support teams and other internal customers to facilitate business initiatives

Skills

• 12+ years of professional work experience as a Mainframe System Programmer in zOS & ISVs
• Expertise in performing SMP/E and Non-SMPE Installation of ISV products)
• Expertise in IBM and Broadcom Software product Install and Upgrades
• Mastery of z/OS system commands, utilities, and automation tools
• Operating system z/OS V2.5 upgrades or later with z/OSMF workflow execution
• IODF, HCD Skillset to add new devices
• Sysplex and config management (good to have)
• Fluent in JCL and IBM Utilities (IEBGENER/IEBCOPY/AMASPZAP/DFDSS)
• ISPF/TSO and other basic
• Basic knowledge of REXX/CLIST
• Designing project plan(upgrades, maintenance, decom) with task list for all stakeholders and communicating the timelines with delivery and customer
• Formulate roadmaps with all pre-requisites to achieve a project completion
• Sysplex and config management (good to have)

Benefits

• Remote role
• Full-time opportunity

Company Overview

Founded in 1997, with headquarters on Wall Street, New York, Amtex operates across four continents, delivering digital solutions and technical expertise in software, BI, mobile apps, cybersecurity, and talent management. It was founded in 1997, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://us.amtexsystems.com.

Company H1B Sponsorship

Amtex Systems Inc has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 4 in 2026, 12 in 2025, 9 in 2024. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.