Senior Systems Programmer – Mainframe Support

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Location Albany, NY
No Remote

Type Direct Hire

Onsite: Albany, NY
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM + On-Call Rotation

Our client is an industry-leading organization is looking for a Senior Systems Programmer with deep expertise in Mainframe Support, Z/OS Systems Programming, and Enterprise Storage Administration
. This is a high-impact role supporting mission-critical infrastructure across a large, stable environment.

If you’re a seasoned mainframe professional who thrives in complex technical landscapes—solving problems, optimizing performance, and delivering high availability—this opportunity checks all the boxes.

Mainframe programmer, Z/OS systems programmer, mainframe support, storage administration, SMS, HSM, DS8000, TS7700, enterprise storage, mainframe engineer, FDR, tape management, Service Now, mainframe upgrades, Z/OS tuning, mainframe jobs, senior systems programmer.

• Lead mainframe storage administration including SMS, HSM, DS8000, TS7700, tape systems, allocation, DR, and backup/recovery
• Manage tickets, incidents, and escalations in Service Now
• Perform upgrades, installations, and tuning for Z/OS and third-party mainframe tools
• Troubleshoot performance issues and conduct root cause analysis in large-scale environments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—application programmers, infrastructure engineers, platform architects, and operations
• Support critical workloads in a high-uptime, enterprise environment

• Proven experience as a Mainframe Systems Programmer or Senior Z/OS Programmer
• Strong background in mainframe storage administration, including SMS/HSM
• Expertise with DS8000, TS7700, and enterprise-class storage systems
• Hands‑on experience with FDR, tape services, backup and recovery solutions
• Ability to support on‑call rotation in a 24/7 production environment
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to handle complex escalations

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company‑paid basic life insurance
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Generous PTO bank + paid holidays
• Relocation assistance
• Casual dress code and flexible work culture
• Supportive, people‑first leadership
• Emphasis on work‑life balance
• Clear career pathways and professional development
• Stable, well‑funded environment with long‑term job security
• Collaborative team environment where your expertise influences real decisions

You’ll be part of a high-performing infrastructure and mainframe engineering group supporting large-scale Z/OS environments. This is a role where technical mastery, initiative, and problem-solving are rewarded.

This employer is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable workplace and provides reasonable accommodations upon request.