Mainframe MQ System Programmer

Who We Are At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses.  We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive. The Role As a Mainframe MQ System Programmer at Kyndryl, you’ll solve complex problems and identify potential future issues across the spectrum of platforms and services. You’ll be at the forefront of new technology and modernization, working with some of our biggest clients – which means some of the biggest in the world. Not only will you be responsible for managing and maintaining the IT infrastructure, but you'll also have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions that will shape the future of the industry. You'll be at the forefront of new service preparation and change management processes, constantly learning and growing your technical expertise to ensure the best outcomes for our customers. Your technical prowess will be put to the test as you troubleshoot critical customer situations and provide timely solutions to keep their systems secure, reliable, and efficient. You'll be the go-to expert for sizing and optimizing systems, ensuring our customers' business performance is always world-class. Key Responsibilities : Responsible for the installation, implementation, performance, testing and integrity of a large IBM MQ implementation using SMPE  Maintain IBM MQ system options for optimum performance and availability Maintain and improve MQ operational procedures, standards, and documentation Administer MQ Queue Managers, including configuration, tuning, and performance optimization Participate in Disaster Recovery planning and execution, ensuring MQ readiness across data centers Monitor MQ system performance, availability, and capacity, taking proactive measures to prevent issues Troubleshoot MQ problems using MQ command line and monitoring tools Manage and support Queue Sharing Groups (QSG) and Sysplex environments Install, upgrade and maintain MQ for z/OS using Shopz Series and SMP/E Troubleshoot MQ problems using MQ command line and monitoring tools.  Provide primary and backup on-call support during extended hours (including nights and weekends) At Kyndryl, we're committed to providing the best possible service to our customers, and as a Systems Management Specialist, you'll be an integral part of that mission. So if you're passionate about technology and want to be part of a dynamic team that's shaping the future of IT infrastructure management – then this role is for you. Your Future at Kyndryl