Full Time IBM IMS Expert - Mainframe Systems Engineer Jobs, in Lavu Tech Solutions Sdn Bhd Kuala Lumpur - Maukerja

Qualifications and Technical Competencies

·         Experience: Minimum of 8–10+ years of hands-on experience in IBM Mainframe systems programming, with a deep, specialized focus on IBM IMS DB/DC administration, definition, and tuning in a large-scale enterprise environment. Financial services experience is preferred but not mandatory; experience in other high-volume transaction processing industries is also valued.   

·         Core Technical Skills:

o   Expert-level knowledge of IMS control blocks, DBD, PSB, and ACB generation, DBRC (Database Recovery Control), and IMSplex management.

o   Strong proficiency in z/OS operating system commands, JCL, SMP/E, RACF, and utilities (e.g., DFSDNTX0, Image Copy, Database Reorganization).

o   Proven track record in analyzing dump data (IPCS, IMS dumps), log records, and resolving complex lock contentions or database corruption issues.

o   Experience integrating IMS with DB2, IBM MQ, and modern API/REST interfaces.

o   Hands-on experience with mainframe tools such as OMEGAMON, SYSVIEW, IMS Performance Analyzer, and File Manager for IMS.

o   Familiarity with application programming languages and interfaces (COBOL, PL/I, DL/I, SQL) to facilitate effective troubleshooting and collaboration with development teams.

o   Working knowledge of DevOps toolchains (GitHub, Jenkins) and Agile practices (Scrum, JIRA, Confluence) is preferred.

o   Experience with disaster recovery planning, IMS database recovery procedures, testing, and execution for z/OS environments.

·         Soft Skills: 

o   Exceptional problem-solving and analytical capabilities under high-pressure incident scenarios.

o   Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate technical risks clearly to senior stakeholders and business sponsors.

o   Proven ability to coordinate across cross-functional teams, including application developers, DBAs, security, and external vendors.

o   Proactive mindset, identifying systemic issues that hinder team performance and developing practical solutions.

o   Commitment to fostering an inclusive, knowledge-sharing team culture and mentoring junior engineers.