Mainframe Network Systems Programmer
This listing is for a Mainframe Network Systems Programmer role at Tech Talent International, as a remote role open to applicants in Canada. The listing describes it as a full-time position.
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This listing is for a Mainframe Network Systems Programmer role at Tech Talent International, as a remote role open to applicants in Canada. The listing describes it as a full-time position.
From the advert, the main requirements are 5+ years of experience.
The advert names project management as a skill for this role.
Pay stated in the listing: C$75 - C$95 per hour.
Dev Global Jobs found this job on Himalayas on Oct 17, 2026; applications close on Dec 16, 2026.
- Employer
- Tech Talent International
- Location
- Remote (Canada)
- Job type
- Full-time
- Pay
- C$75 - C$95 per hour
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Found
- Oct 17, 2026 on Himalayas
- Closes
- Dec 16, 2026
- Employer text
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About the role
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Software International (SI) supplies technical talent to a variety of clients ranging from Fortune 100/500/1000 companies to small and mid-sized organizations in Canada/US. We currently have a 12 month renewable contract as a Mainframe Network Systems Programmer with our large global infrastructure client. This could be an indefinite contract or move into a permanent role.
Role: Mainframe Network Systems Programmer
Type: Contract
Duration: 12 months to start + possible extensions or move into a permanent role
Rate: $75 - $95/hr + C2C - depending on overall experience
Location: Remote, Canada
We are seeking a Mainframe Network Systems Programmer for a Host Network Support position. This role functions, in a global team providing services to a client with multi-protocol complex environments. The selected candidate will interact frequently with clients, vendors, and management to ensure high level of satisfaction. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Acting as a resource and point of escalation for global team members.
- Engaging in identifying, analyzing, and resolving complex problems on zOS host networks.
- Providing planning and recommendations for changes on hardware and software components for the zOS network.
- Utilizing z/OS Communications Server and other products perform configuration and customization of IBM and ISV mainframe network software.
- Supporting project management with implementation of network software upgrades, including testing and implementation with network service provider, application teams, and internal support teams.
- Disaster Recovery, planning and execution of tests, including client access to DR systems during production network service.
- Compliance and Security, ensure mainframe network environment complies with security rules agreed by Kyndryl and client.
- Performing level 3 problem solving and troubleshooting.
- Can act in a leadership role for the global team on global projects and participate on teams that impact the host network.
01Required Professional and Technical Expertise
- At least 5+ years' experience performing z/OS system support / programming, Host Network experience
- Demonstrable skills in z/OS Network Systems Programming in a multi-LPAR Sysplex environment: Communication Server VTAM : SNA, APPN, Enterprise Extender, Subarea routing, Log mode tables.
- Communication Server TCP/IP: OSA, OSPF, zOSMF, DVIPA, DDVIPA. Network Security: PAGENT, SSL/TLS, Configuration Assistant, SSH.
- Network Monitoring: (One or more) NetView, CA-NetMaster, OMEGAMON for Networks.
- File Transfer (Two or more): Connect:Direct, CA-XCOM, ftp(s), SFTP, NetView FTP, Co:Z, Tectia.
- Session managers (one or more): CA-TPX, CL-Supersession, NetView Access Services, Teleview, VTAM/Switch.
- Print products: CA-Spool, IBM Infoprint, VPS.
- Diagnostic skills are a must, including the ability to interpret job and task logs, syslogs, and traces.
- Ability to train and coach junior team members and build proficient network skills.
- Ability to coordinate multiple projects and accounts.
02Preferred Professional and Technical Expertise
- Experience with REXX, CList, or NCL scripting language is a plus.
- Experience with z/VM, RSCS, and Vswitch is a plus.
Originally posted on Himalayas
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