z/OS Systems Programmer

The z/OS Systems Programmer is position responsible for a variety of engineering activities including the design, acquisition and development of hardware, software and network infrastructure in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to ensure quality standards are being met within existing and planned frameworks.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the budgetary requirement definition for assigned product area, develop functional specifications, and create project plans and software release schedules

• Partner with business and development teams to identify engineering requirements and assist in defining application and system requirements and processes and maintain engineering relationships with the end user/client

• Ensure requirements/tasks from technology departments and/or end users are communicated to stakeholders

• Provide solutions and processes in accordance with audit initiatives and requirements and consult with Business Information Security officers (BISOs) and TISOs

• Exhibit in-depth understanding of engineering concepts and principles

• Assist with training activities and mentor junior team members

• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in an Engineering role

• Experience working in Financial Services or a large complex and/or global environment

• Project Management experience

• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication

• Comprehensive knowledge of design metrics, analytics tools, benchmarking activities and related reporting to identify best practices

• Demonstrated analytic/diagnostic skills

• Ability to work in a matrix environment and partner with virtual teams

• Ability to work independently, prioritize, and take ownership of various parts of a project or initiative

• Ability to work under pressure and manage to tight deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements

• Proven track record of operational process change and improvement

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

The role of the z/OS Systems Programmer is to be part of a team of technicians providing ‘on-site’ and ‘out of hours’ support of the IBM z/OS operating system software and associated OEM products within the CTI Data Centers. The z/OS Systems Programmer also provides support in a consultative role to other teams within Citigroup.  Key Responsibilities 
•    Identify and analyze business requirements to integrate hardware storage operating systems and connectivity solutions in line with strategic direction
•    Serve as subject matter expert (SME) on systems configuration and integration performance analysis and optimization
•    Design and impact timely delivery of resilient infrastructure solutions that meet business requirements and are stable resilient operationally supportable and cost effective
•    Impact cost saves and cost avoidance by standardizing design solutions and exploring opportunities to recover unused capacity

Skills: 

1.    Understanding and experience of maintenance, customization and support of the IBM z/OS operating system and sub-products. 

2.    Understanding and experience of maintenance, customization and support of OEM products used within the z/Series environment. 

3.    SMP/E skills. 

4.    Understanding of Hardware Configuration and associated software tools.  

5.    Working knowledge of proprietary debugging and problem determination tools.  

6.    Working knowledge of the Assembler programming language. 

7.    Knowledge of REXX.  

8.    Basic skills in using PC tools e.g. Word and Excel

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In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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