Mainframe IMS System Programmer

Hello, Greetings!!! This is Abhishek from Jconnect INC. Below is the requirement with my client. Please let me know if you are available for this role. Title: Mainframe IMS System Programmer Location: Plano, TX Duration: Full Time Job Description: System Installation & Maintenance • Install, configure, and maintain IMS (DB and TM) subsystems, tools, and associated products (e.g., IMS Connect, IMS Tools, ODBM, BMPs). • Perform system upgrades, maintenance (APARs/PTFs), and migrations to newer IMS versions. • Manage SMP/E environments for maintenance and software installation. • Ensure compatibility between IMS, z/OS, DB2, CICS, and related products. Performance & Capacity Management • Monitor IMS system performance and tune parameters for optimal throughput and response times. • Conduct capacity planning and growth analysis to ensure scalability and reliability. • Utilize tools like OMEGAMON, Mainview, or RMF for performance tracking and problem diagnosis. System Support & Troubleshooting • Provide Level 3 technical support for IMS incidents and system abends. • Diagnose and resolve IMS database recovery, log, and buffer issues. • Collaborate with IBM support (PMRs, cases) for complex issues and patches. Database Administration Support • Support IMS DBA and application teams with DBD, PSB, and ACBGEN processes. • Maintain IMS catalog and RECON datasets; ensure proper backup/recovery strategy. • Manage IMS utilities such as DFSURGU0, DFSURWF0, and HALDB tools. Automation & Integration • Develop and maintain automation scripts using REXX, CLIST, or JCL for operational efficiency. • Integrate IMS with monitoring tools, scheduling systems, and middleware (MQ, Connect). • Support modernization initiatives such as IMS Open Database or REST API integration. Disaster Recovery & Compliance • Participate in DR planning, testing, and documentation of IMS recovery procedures. • Ensure adherence to change management, audit, and compliance standards. Documentation & Collaboration • Maintain detailed system configuration and maintenance documentation. • Provide mentorship to junior system programmers and cross-train peers. • Work closely with database administrators, application d evelopers, and infrastructure teams. ,Roles & Responsibilities • Experience with IMS integration to distributed systems (IMS Connect, JDBC, ODBM). • Familiarity with z/OSMF, z/OS Connect EE, or API enablement initiatives. • Knowledge of mainframe storage management (DFSMS, VSAM). • Strong problem-solving, debugging, and performance analysis skillsIF you are interested, please send me your updated resume ASAP with below details: Full Name: Current Location/Zip: Contact Number: E-Mail Id: Alternate Email Id: Visa/Work Permit Status: Current Rate/Salary: Expected Base Salary: Notice Period/Availability to Start: Skype ID: Willingness to relocate to job location: Any Relocation Concern (family/house/weather): Current/Previous Employer Name: Preferred Interview timings (Specify Time zone): Any other job opportunity in process & at which stage: Overall Experience Summary: LinkedIn URL: Looking forward for your response.. Thanks and Regards, Abhishek Singh Jconnect Infotech Inc. 168 Barclay Center Ste. 347, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 Contact: 856-770-2379 Email:

Created: 2026-03-04