Senior zMQ Specialist at Kyndryl Deutschland GmbH

Székesfehérvár, Central Transdanubia, Hungary -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

IBM MQ, z/OS, MQ Administration, Troubleshooting, Performance Tuning, Security Management, Disaster Recovery, Documentation, Collaboration, Automation, Innovation, Message Processing, Access Controls, SSL/TLS, User IDs, Workload Balancing

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Who We Are At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities. The Role The Mainframe MQ System Programmer is responsible for the installation, configuration, administration, and support of IBM MQ on mainframe (z/OS) environments. This role ensures the efficient and secure operation of the MQ messaging infrastructure, supporting the reliable communication between mainframe and distributed systems. The MQ System Programmer works closely with application, infrastructure, and support teams to ensure the high availability, performance, and scalability of the MQ environment. Key Responsibilities: 1. Installation & Configuration: Install, configure, and maintain IBM MQ on z/OS, including Queue Managers, Channels, and other related components. Plan and execute MQ version upgrades, patches, and maintenance releases. Configure MQ objects such as queues, channels, and listener services to meet business and application needs. 2. MQ Administration: Manage and administer MQ Queue Managers, queues, and channels on the mainframe. Monitor the MQ environment to ensure efficient message processing and to identify and resolve issues proactively. Implement and manage MQ clustering and workload balancing to optimize performance and reliability. 3. Troubleshooting & Problem Resolution: Diagnose and resolve MQ system problems, including message flow issues, queue depth management, and connectivity problems. Analyze and resolve MQ-related abends (abnormal ends) and failures. Collaborate with application and support teams to resolve issues related to message delivery and transaction processing. 4. Performance Tuning & Optimization: Monitor the performance of the MQ environment and implement tuning and optimization strategies to enhance system performance. Analyze MQ logs and system metrics to proactively identify potential bottlenecks and address performance issues. 5. Security & Compliance: Implement and manage security policies for MQ environments, ensuring appropriate access controls, authentication, and encryption are in place. Manage and maintain MQ security definitions, including user IDs, access permissions, and SSL/TLS certificates. Ensure compliance with internal security policies and external regulations for data protection and system integrity. 6. Disaster Recovery & Backup: Participate in regular DR tests to validate recovery procedures and ensure business continuity. Ensure regular backups of MQ configurations and transaction logs for quick recovery in case of system failures. 7. Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation for MQ configurations, processes, and procedures. Document changes to the MQ environment, including upgrades, configuration changes, and incident resolutions. Provide regular reports on MQ performance, incidents, and system status to management and relevant stakeholders. 8. Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with application developers, infrastructure teams, and business units to support their use of the MQ infrastructure. Provide technical guidance and support to teams developing applications that rely on MQ for messaging. Act as the main point of contact for MQ-related issues and ensure clear communication with stakeholders. 9. Automation & Innovation: Identify opportunities to automate MQ system management tasks such as monitoring, performance tuning, and incident resolution. Stay up-to-date with new MQ features and industry best practices, recommending and implementing improvements as appropriate. Your Future at Kyndryl Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major hyperscaler platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here. Who You Are You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others. Required Skills and Experience - At least 5 years administrating IBM MQ - Preferred at least 5 years working on z/OS Preferred Skills and Experience •Experience with NetView / SysView, MQ, RACF, JCL, REXX, etc. ideally in a complex GDPS environment Being You Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way. What You Can Expect With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed. Get Referred! If you know someone that works at Kyndryl, when asked ‘How Did You Hear About Us’ during the application process, select ‘Employee Referral’ and enter your contact's Kyndryl email address. We’re glad you’re here. Take a look around at the many exciting career opportunities we have available and apply today! Can’t find a suitable job opening? Drop off your CV/Resume Drop off your CV/Resume and a Recruiter will reach out with related career information that match your experience and expertise. Sign up for Job Alerts Create your account and then sign up for job alerts. When new jobs become available that meet your criteria, you’ll be alerted right away! At Kyndryl, we achieve progress the world depends on, with purpose. Beginning with the purpose that matters to you. Because here, you will be part of a culture designed with purpose. One that is restless, empathetic and devoted. Where we are committed to sustainable progress for our customers and supporting the communities where we work and live. All of you is what we want. And what we need. Join us, and together, we can advance the vital systems that power human progress.

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Responsibilities

The Senior zMQ Specialist is responsible for the installation, configuration, administration, and support of IBM MQ on mainframe environments. This role ensures efficient and secure operation of the MQ messaging infrastructure, collaborating with various teams to maintain high availability and performance.