Senior Mainframe Automation Engineer

In Cyclad we work with top international IT companies in order to boost their potential in delivering outstanding, cutting-edge technologies that shape the world of the future. We are seeking an experienced Senior Mainframe Automation Engineer to join a global infrastructure team. The role focuses on leading mainframe automation migration projects, optimizing operational processes, and ensuring high availability within complex z/OS environments.

Project information:

• Type of project: IT services

• Office location: Poland: Katowice, Gdańsk, Kraków, Lublin, Opole, Poznań, Warszawa, Wrocław

• Work model: Hybrid (40% office /60% remote)

• Budget: 140-160 PLN net/ h- b2b

• Project length: Long-term

• Only candidates with citizenship in the European Union and residence in Poland

• Start date: ASAP (depending on candidate’s availability)

Project scope:

• Lead migration projects from CA OPS/MVS to Tivoli Systems Automation for z/OS and from CA Automation Point to Systems Automation for Integrated Operations Management (SAIOM)

• Configure and implement policy-based automation solutions within z/OS environments

• Develop and maintain automation rules, REXX execs, and System Automation Policy Database (PDB) configurations

• Provide installation, configuration, and technical support for automation products

• Collaborate with operations teams to optimize system startup, shutdown, and recovery processes

• Ensure high availability and operational efficiency through proactive automation strategies

• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including configurations, migration procedures, and operational guidelines

• Troubleshoot and resolve automation-related issues in production environments

• Work closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver reliable automation solutions

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a mainframe operations environment in operational, support, consultancy, or service roles

• Advanced knowledge and hands-on experience with Tivoli Systems Automation for z/OS

• Strong experience with TSO and ISPF for system management and administration

• Good knowledge of JCL (Job Control Language)

• Practical experience in REXX programming and script maintenance

• Working knowledge of System Automation Policy Database (PDB)

• Proven experience delivering z/OS automation migration projects

• Hands-on experience with NetView for z/OS

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Good English communication skills

We offer:

• Remote working model

• Full-time job agreement based on b2b

• Private medical care with dental care (covering 70% of costs)

• Multisport card (also for an accompanying person)

• Life insurance

Recruitment process:

• Introductory call

• Technical interview

• Final decision