Senior Mainframe Automation - OPS/MVS / System Automation / GDPS

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<p><b>Job Summary</b></p><p>We are seeking a Senior Mainframe Automation SME to lead and drive automation initiatives within the enterprise Mainframe environment. This role requires deep expertise in Broadcom OPS/MVS, IBM System Automation (SA z/OS), and GDPS, along with strong knowledge of z/OS core components, NetView, and IPL processes. The candidate will enhance automation maturity, improve resiliency, and support modernization efforts across the platform.</p><p></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of Mainframe automation using OPS/MVS and System Automation.</li><li>Develop, enhance, and maintain automation for IPL (startup/shutdown) with a focus on stability, repeatability, and minimal manual intervention.</li><li>Support and improve Disaster Recovery (DR) processes, including GDPS workflows and recovery automation.</li><li>Partner with z/OS, Middleware, Application, Scheduling, and Infrastructure teams to align automation with operational and business requirements.</li><li>Drive phased IPL automation strategies to support controlled startup/shutdown during maintenance windows.</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation and system issues across Production, Non‑Prod, and Staging environments.</li><li>Create and maintain operational documentation, runbooks, and standards to ensure supportability and knowledge transfer.</li><li>Mentor junior engineers and promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.</li><li>Participate in Agile ceremonies; contribute to backlog refinement, PI planning, and roadmap definition.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Required Skills & Experience</b></p><ul><li>Combined minimum of 7 years’ higher education and/or related work experience</li><li>Strong hands‑on expertise in enterprise automation.</li><li>Broadcom OPS/MVS: rule development/tuning, automation frameworks, and use of newer product capabilities.</li><li>IBM System Automation (SA z/OS): policy configuration, resource automation, and operational integration.</li><li>GDPS: strong understanding and experience with GDPS automation (e.g., Metro/Global/XRC concepts as applicable).</li><li>NetView: <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">monitoring/integration</span> experience and operational troubleshooting.</li><li>Strong z/OS core knowledge: JES2/JES3 concepts (as applicable), SYSLOG/message handling, WTORs, system start/stop sequencing, and IPL procedures.</li><li>Strong scripting skills with REXX (advanced), and ability to build supportable automation solutions.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work in high‑availability production environments and lead incident/problem resolution.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Preferred / Desired Skills</b></p><ul><li>8–12+ years of Mainframe experience with</li><li>Watchtower / observability tooling experience.</li><li>Ansible playbook development for Mainframe automation.</li><li>OPS/MVS REST API integration (e.g., integrating automation workflows with external orchestration tools).</li><li>Experience modernizing automation processes and implementing standardization and documentation best practices.</li><li>Experience working in Agile delivery models.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Soft Skills & Competencies</b></p><ul><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management across technical and non‑technical teams.</li><li>Strong ownership, accountability, and bias for action.</li><li>Ability to lead, mentor, and influence in a matrixed environment.</li><li>Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills; capable of managing multiple priorities.</li><li>Comfortable providing after‑hours support during critical change windows (e.g., IPL weekends) when required.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Role Level</b></p><ul><li>Senior SME / Individual Contributor (may serve as technical lead for Mainframe Automation).</li></ul><p></p><p></p><ul><li><b>We support our team members with generous benefits.</b> </li></ul><ul><li>Competitive compensation </li><li>Health, welfare, and retirement benefits </li><li>401(k) match at 5% </li><li>Work-life balance and flexible work arrangements </li><li>Banking Officers start with 25 days PTO plus 12 paid holidays  </li><li>40 hours paid volunteer hours per year </li><li>Much more. For details, see: <a href="https://www3.mtb.com/content/dam/mtb-web/mtb-migration/pdfs/health-care-benefits-overview.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">M&T Benefits Overview</a></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p>#LI-JB3</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $97,100.00 - $161,800.00 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation. The range listed above corresponds to our national pay range for this role. The specific pay range applicable to you may vary based on your location.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h1><b><u>Location</u></b></h1>Clanton, Alabama, United States of America

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