Mainframe Automation System Programmer

Hello, everyone!
Role: Mainframe Automation System ProgrammerVisa: H4EAD, H1B, GCEAD, GC, USCLocation: Plano, TX - OnsiteExp: 9+ above
JD:Automation Development & MaintenanceDesign and implement automation scripts (Rexx, CLIST, JCL, Ansible for z/OS) for routine operational tasks, health checks, and system recovery.Monitoring & AlertingBuild real-time monitoring dashboards for system health (CPU, DASD, queue depths, buffer pools).Implement event-driven automation for proactive remediation (e.g., auto-restart channels, clear JES backlog).Governance & ComplianceEnsure all automation adheres to audit requirements: capture execution logs, approvals, and artifacts.Maintain version-controlled repositories for scripts and automation frameworks.Performance & OptimizationReduce batch window through job stream optimization and dynamic workload balancing.Collaboration & Documentation
Required QualificationsProficiency in Rexx, CLIST, JCL, and experience with IBM Workload Scheduler automation.Strong understanding of WTOR handling, command automation, and event-driven triggers.Experience with version control (Git) and DevOps practices for mainframe.
Preferred QualificationsExposure to Ansible for z/OS or similar automation frameworks.Knowledge of REST APIs for mainframe integration with enterprise automation tools.Experience in observability platforms (OMEGAMON, IBM Z Monitoring Suite).Certifications: IBM z/OS, Automation tools, ITIL.
Success MetricsEfficiency Gains: Measurable reduction in batch window and operator interventions.
Tools & EnvironmentLanguages: Rexx, CLIST, JCL, optional Python for z/OS.Automation Frameworks: Ansible for z/OS, IBM Workload Scheduler.Monitoring: OMEGAMON, RMF/SMF.Version Control: Git, ChangeMan.

Thanks.Martin