Systems Engineer (Mainframe)

PACCAR India is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer (Mainframe) to supports the development and maintenance of PACCAR’s Mainframe applications.

Purpose of the Job:

The Mainframe Systems Engineer supports the development and maintenance of PACCAR’s Mainframe applications, predominantly with the use of COBOL, IMS, DB2, and CICS. The ideal candidate will have a strong development background and in-depth knowledge of Mainframe technologies. Experience in the Manufacturing domain is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, you will be using your skills and experience to:

• Perform all administration and installation functions.
• Troubleshoot reported issues and provide problem resolution and on-call support.
• Analysis, Coding, testing application which involves new feature introduction as well as current feature support.
• Maintain and enhance existing Mainframe applications to improve performance.
• Provide technical solutions to the complex issues of Applications.
• Perform CICS Administration duties.
• Document and recommend Application fixes and enhancements.
• Perform mainframe system performance duties.
• Provide services and guidance on application projects.
• Maintain close communication with Operations, Implementation, Recovery, Help Desk, Applications and Open Systems personnel.
• Perform research and design on new technologies and make recommendations.
• Work with customers to define, design, and propose alternative solutions in response to changing business needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project objectives and support the applications

Knowledge & Skills REQUIRED:

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science/MIS, Engineering, Business Administration or related field required.

Technical / Professional Experience Requirements:

• 6-8 years software engineering experience including code development, scripting, workflow, and data mapping.
• 6-8 years mainframe technologies: COBOL, IMS/DB, DB2, CICS, JCL, z/OS, MVS
• Advanced computer system skills including use of word processing, databases, and spreadsheets.
• Should have good hands-on experience on IBM Tools and BMC Tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies, such as SCRUM.
• Ready to work on on-call support issues.
• Ability to perform all functions of SDLC, including requirements analysis, design , development and quality assurance.
• Strong knowledge of Agile Methodologies.
• Experience programming in one or more structured languages.
• Total Years of Experience Required:
• Ready to work in overlapping shift with U.S. time zone (2:00 PM to 11:00 PM IST) and stretch to some extent to support for any ADHOC work

Technical / Professional Experience Desired:

• Warranty Experience
• SOX/Compliance reporting
• PACCAR systems experience a plus

COMPETENCIES AND BEHAVIORS:

• Strong verbal/written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and/or as a team member.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills.