Regional Solution Architect (System z) Job

• Active passport with no travel restrictions
• Comfortable with solution selling process in enterprise software market.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must have excellent written, oral communication, and be proficient in presentation and client facing skills.
• Must have the ability to work in the field in remote offices, and be self-managing with excellent time management skills.
• Must be self-disciplined and have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Has proficient, well-rounded experience in technical consultative selling up to C level executives.
• Knowledgeable with open source technologies.
• 10 + years in sales related activities, with experience deploying programs at an international level
• 5 + years in marketing related activities, with experience deploying programs at an international level
• 5 + years experience as a Sales Engineer.
• 5 + years experience with the System z platform
• 3 + years experience in Linux/UNIX system administration/integration/ development

VM System Programmer

The successful candidate must demonstrate a high-level of proficiency with z/VM and common program products such as Dirmaint, RSCS, and Operations Manager, as well as in-depth knowledge of IBM System z infrastructure hardware, software, performance tools, configuration and tuning techniques in a Linux on System z environment. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are mandatory.

Responsibilities:

• Complete responsibility for the installation and maintenance of all z/VM LPARs.
• Installation and maintenance of all z/VM program products.
• Leverage z/VM experience to provide Linux and WebSphere administration staff needed guidance and support in System z virtualization.
• Provide support and training to other staff members on the use of z/VM and associated program products.

Qualifications & Skills:

• A minimum of 10 experience as a z/VM System Programmer.
• Through knowledge of TCP/IP networking, particularly in a virtual environment utilizing OSA2, OSA3, and Vswitch technology.
• Recent experience managing Linux servers on z/VM in a production environment.
• A high level of proficiency with system tools and utilities such as REXX
• Ability to work independently, follow established processes and produce quality documentation.

Please call Joseph Simione 973-434-6107 or email me at jsimione@teksystems.com with inquiries. This position is located in Northern New Jersey.

Joseph Simione
Technical Recruiter
500 Lanidex Plaza Parsippany NJ 07054
888.395.9245
T 973.434.6107
F 973.434.6170
jsimione@teksystems.com

Sr Software Engineer

Velocity Software is looking for a Senior Software Engineer for the development and support of zVPS (formerly ESALPS). The ideal candidate has excellent technical skills in z/VM and Linux, as well as good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and Development product features to ensure that the product suite remains effective and state-of-the-art
• Analyze, isolate, and correct product defects in a timely fashion
• Provide customer support via email and telephone to resolve issues and answer question or concerns
• Install product suite remotely or on-site if required
• Create and present product and/or industry related presentations to be given to installations and various user groups

Requirements:

• Strong High Level Assembler skills in a z/VM environment
• Strong REXX programming skills
• Strong z/VM Pipes skills
• Working knowledge of PL/I programming language
• z/VM CP and CMS operating system fundamentals

If interested and qualified, contact:

Barton Robinson
Velocity Software, Inc.
Tel: 650-964-8867
Fax: 650-964-9012
Barton Robinson

Sr Software Engineer - Req ID 16593

CA Technologies (NASDAQ:CA) formerly known as Computer Associates, is one of the world's leading IT management software and solution companies with expertise across all IT environments from mainframe and physical to virtual and cloud. Our software manages and secures IT environments, enabling our customers to deliver more flexible IT services and our solutions help our customers gain a level of deep insight into and gain control over complex and mixed information technology (IT) environments. CA Technologies works with the majority of the Forbes Global 2000, as well as government organizations and thousands of companies in diverse industries worldwide. Founded in 1976, CA Technologies serves customers in virtually every country in the world and reported fiscal year 2009 revenue of $4.3 billion.

We at CA Technologies currently have an opportunity available for a Sr Software Engineer out of our Lisle, IL office. Our ideal candidate would need to know the ins and outs" of VM internals, has developed with BAL (Assembler), and has worked with RACKF, ACF2/VM and/or TSS/VM before.

This position is responsible for creating and/or maintaining software applications for a product or family of products. Provide complex code modification, testing and debugging tasks. Provide high level analysis related to software design and development and solve problems. Evaluate impact of software performance, and recommend changes to software design team.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and code complex units/modules/products that meet functional and business requirements on schedule and within budget.
• Develop plans outlining steps and time tables for developing programs and communicate plans and status to management and other development team members.
• Write and maintain documentation to describe program development, logic, coding, testing, changes, and corrections.
• Perform unit/module testing of software to find errors and confirm programs meet specifications.
• Fix bugs, add enhancements, and convert software to other platforms.
• Set up software configuration control and software development environments including program source control to ensure reliable backups and source code integrity.
• Participate in design and code reviews with other developers.
• Assist Quality Assurance Team by providing assistance to testers and support personnel as needed to determine system problems.
• Develop and direct software testing plans for quality assurance.
• Provide input to establish and improve departmental processes and procedures.
• Provide product content to Technical Writers.
• Mentor, train, develop and serve as knowledge resource for less experienced Software Engineers.
• May have indirect reports and manage a small project team.

Key Requirements

• Strong expertise in Assembler and VM is a must
• Bachelor's Degree or global equivalent in Computer Science or related discipline.
• Master's degree or global equivalent a plus.
• Typically 5 or more years of experience (3 to 5 years with a Master's Degree) in software development, Level 2 Support or a related field.

There's never been a better time to join CA Technologies. We're a dynamic company with a strong vision in a growing global market. At a time when customers are demanding more and more from their technology, we're changing the way the world manages IT, to help customers better perform, compete and grow. That's why the majority of leading companies across industries worldwide use our software. It's also why you'll find a wealth of opportunities for important and rewarding work. Come to CA Technologies and build the career you want.

We offer competitive salary, company-sponsored premium Medical/Prescription & Dental Plans, company-paid Holidays, Vacation, Personal and Sick Days, 401(k) Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Education/Training Reimbursement, Charitable Gift Program, Adoption Assistance Program, and Veterinary Care Insurance.

To learn more about CA Technologies and this opportunity, we welcome you to visit our web site at www.ca.com.

Note to Recruiters and Placement Agencies: CA Technologies does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our website or to any CA Technologies employee. CA T echnologies will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of CA Technologies and will be processed accordingly.

EOE/AA

Kevin Quinn
Client Recruitment Specialist
Tel: 631-342-3291
Fax: 631-342-4088
Kevin.Quinn@ca.com

VM & VSE Systems Software Support Specialist

The Systems Software Support Specialist will be responsible for maintaining computer hardware and systems software and applications required for administrative computing. The systems are on a server running IBM VSE/ESA and z/VM mainframe platform that interfaces with Microsoft software based systems. This person will be working with a reporting system and other applications that require data feeds from the current IBM mainframe system. The person will also participate in a conversion of administrative information systems and data reporting. Review of applications will begin by April 19, 2010 and continue until the position is filled.

View positions available at Slippery Rock University's Career Site

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience working as an IBM z/VM and VSE/ESA systems programmer or z/VSE systems programmer
• Bachelors degree in Computer Information Systems or a related degree
• Eight years of experience working as an IBM z/VM and as VSE/ESA systems programmer or z/VSE systems programmer in a production environment may be substituted for the above requirements
• Successful performance in an on campus interview
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills are required to work with functional users
• Must be highly motivated to work in a fast-paced environment and experienced in working with diverse populations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sungard HE Banner ERP system experience
• Experience working within a university setting
• Oracle database
• Windows Server
• Linux
• EMC SAN storage
• VMware ESX/Vsphere
and a demonstration of strong oral and written communication skills environment will be given preference.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Copies of undergraduate transcripts are also required.

Please submit them to:

Henry Magusiak, Seach Chair
Information and Administrative Technology Services
002 Maltby Center
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057

If offered the position, official transcripts will be required prior to appointment.