Senior Mainframe Technical Engineer – Pittsburgh, PA

Job Description

***CANDIDATE MUST BE US Citizen (due to contractual/access requirements)***

Highmark seeks a highly motivated Lead IT Infrastructure Engineer/Lead Mainframe Platform Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of our critical mainframe systems. This role requires deep expertise in z/OS, DB2, IMS, CICS, MQ, and related technologies, and will involve leading complex projects, troubleshooting critical issues, and mentoring junior engineers. The successful candidate will drive platform improvements, ensure high availability and performance, and champion best practices within a geographically dispersed data center environment. Experience with automation (IBM Systems Automation), diagnostic tools, and disaster recovery planning is essential. This position requires strong collaboration skills and a commitment to fostering a culture of knowledge sharing.


ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for one or many of the following tasks: analyzing, designing, coding, testing and  implementing  technical solutions, as well as providing general production monitoring and support, meeting defined scope, target dates and budgets with minimal or no defects.
Collaborate with stakeholders across IT, product, analytics, and business teams to gather requirements and provide technical solutions that meet organizational needs
Monitor work against production schedule and  provide progress updates and report any issues or technical difficulties to leadership on a regular basis.
Document technical processes and procedures, and participate in technical reviews and knowledge sharing sessions
Collaborate on the design and implementation of with architecture to ensure solution alignment to enterprise goals and standards
Mentor other associate and intermediate technical engineers as needed
Perform technical analysis and provide insights to support decision-making across various departments
Stay up-to-date with the latest relevant technologies and industry best practices
Other duties as assigned or requested.
EXPERIENCE

Required

5 years of experiences in one or many of the following tasks: analyzing, designing, coding, testing and implementing technical solutions, as well as providing general production support, meeting defined scope, target dates and budgets with minimal or no defects.
5 years of technical problem solving, solution implementation, team/project collaboration
5 years of basic computer science concepts and principles, common operating systems, development languages/scripting 

Preferred

Expert level z/OS Mainframe Systems Programming background, including SMPE, DB2, IMS, and CICS. 
Experience working with vendors to resolve software and systems issues 
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills  
Ability to analyze and resolve problems quickly.  
Skilled at communicating with all levels of management 
Good project management skills 
Able to work off-hours and weekends and scheduled, 24x7x365 on-call responsibilities.  
Ability to learn quickly and apply highly complex and technical concepts in a highly available environment. 
10 plus years’ experience with IBM z/Series mainframe 
SKILLS

Demonstrated ability to achieve stretch goals in a highly innovative and fast-paced environment
Adaptability: Ability to take on diverse tasks and projects, adapting to the evolving needs of the organization
Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical skills with a focus on detail and accuracy
Interest and ability to learn other technologies as needed
Technical Proficiency: Comfortable with a range of data tools and technologies, with a willingness to learn new skills as needed
Strong track record in designing, implementing, and/or supporting large-scale technical solutions
Strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive
Demonstrated passion for user experience and improving usability
Team Collaboration: A team player who can work effectively in cross-functional environments
Experience and willingness to mentor junior technical engineers and help develop their skills and leadership
EDUCATION

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering or related field. 
Preferred

Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems,  Computer Engineering or related field.
LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS

Required

None

Preferred

Java Developer
DB2
Cogno
PEGA
Enterprise Architect (SCEA)
Project Management

Language (Other than English):

None

Travel Requirement:

0% - 25%

PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS

Position Type

Remote-based

Teaches / trains others

Occasionally

Travel from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site

Rarely

Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)

Never

Physical work site required

No

Lifting: up to 10 pounds

Constantly

Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds

Occasionally

Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds

Rarely

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.  In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. 

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Pay Range Minimum:

$94,200.00
Pay Range Maximum:

$151,000.00
Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations.  The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets.

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Preferred Skills