RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Cincinnati, OH that is seeking a Level 3 DevOps Engineer to join their team on a 6-month contract to hire basis. Local candidates would be a nice to have, but it isn't required. The manager is looking for someone that can lead developers and support critical financial application for the enterprise that requires additional expertise. The team currently supports 6-8 mainframe accounting systems.
Summary:
* Lead the application support team responsible for development and support of applications which run on Mainframe (zOS & VSE), Unix & Cold Fusion platform
* Administer and resolve applications issues, provide updates, and perform root cause analysis with exhaustive remediation documentation
* Supervise all alerts related to application and system procedures and provide services proactively
* Coordinate with Kroger stake holders and third-party teams to resolve application and system issues of all complexities
* Be a technical advisor and perform troubleshooting to resolve technical challenges
* Provide expert insights on System architecture and designs for enhancements and new interfaces based on performance, reliability & feasibility, including modernization of Mainframe
* Collaborate with enterprise architects & product managers to iterate on the design & implementation
* Coordinate with development and QA teams in executing code migrations to production systems and transitioning responsibility for ongoing maintenance and support
* Aid in standardizing process to industry best practices and gain access to world-class capabilities
* Support day-to-day business operations in above applications handling millions of records of time sensitive data present in different data structures such as files and database and suggest fixes to complex issues by thorough analysis of root cause and impact of the defect
* Suggest and implement Process Improvement leveraging automation to reduce manual effort
REQUIREMENTS:
* Experience with a wide variety of Mainframe(zOS & VSE) programming languages including, but not limited to, APSCOBOL, APSCICS, JCL, PLI
* Expertise in Mainframe tools like ChangeMan, SPUFI, SYNCSORT, ICETOOL, File-Aid
* Should be able to handle SQL programming in DB2, UDB, MSSQL server and Azure SQL.
* Hands-on experience with scripting in Bash, PowerShell, Shell and Cold Fusion
* Familiarity with IBM Sterling Connect Direct, IBM MQFTE, and other file transfer tools/protocols
* Experience with time-sensitive application support processes including logging, monitoring, alerting tools
* Experience with multi-platform application integrations
* Experience building and deploying scalable, highly available Mainframe solution architectures and recovering from disaster
* Familiarity with standard IT security practices such as Identity and Access Management, Change Management
* Expertise in Retail Domain, especially with Financial Costing and Accounting, Promotional Contracts and Supply Chain lifecycle
* Should be a quick learner for adapting to new technologies and designing interfaces with existing architecture
* Strong analytical problem-solving skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.