At Broadridge, we've built a culture where the highest goal is to empower others to accomplish more. If you’re passionate about developing your career, while helping others along the way, come join the Broadridge team.
We are seeking an experienced and skilled zOS MQ Systems Programmer to join our enterprise infrastructure zOS MQ team. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of IBM MQ administration and systems programming on the zOS Platform, with a demonstrated ability to design, implement and maintain a robust messaging solution. The candidate will also demonstrate the ability to prioritize and be a self-starter to identify areas of improvement to drive projects forward to completion. This is a hands-on technical role with opportunities to drive process improvements, and support mission-critical environments within the zOS system.
Responsibilities:
Design and implement robust messaging solutions using IBM MQ on z/OS, ensuring high availability, reliability, and performance.
Monitor and maintain MQ environments to ensure optimal performance and uptime, including proactive troubleshooting and issue resolution.
Conduct performance assessments of MQ applications and systems; applying tuning techniques to enhance message throughput and reduce latency.
Implement and manage security protocols for MQ, including user access controls, encryption, and compliance with industry standards.
Support Disaster Recovery (DR) for all MQ environments, ensuring business continuity and minimal downtime.
Collaborate with support and application development teams to integrate MQ messaging into business applications, providing expert technical guidance.
Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation related to MQ configurations, procedures, and best practices
Identify improvements and automation opportunities to optimize operational efficiency within the MQ environment
Qualifications:
The candidate should be proficient in supporting all aspects of MQ administration and systems programming on the z/OS platform.
3+ years of hands-on experience supporting IBM MQ in z/OS environments
Strong knowledge of MQ Security on z/OS, RESLEVEL implementation, and security exits
Experience supporting MQ / messaging products on non-z/OS platforms (e.g., distributed environments) preferred
Knowledge of CICS, IMS, DB2 interfaces with MQ preferred
Knowledge of external security interfaces such as TopSecret, RACF in relation to MQ preferred
Experience with MQ monitoring / support products preferred
Recruitment Process
Throughout your application process, you may be asked to connect with us virtually or in-person. Our recruiters will explain how hybrid interviews will be held throughout the recruitment process, and they will be able to answer any questions you might have.
Background Check Process
Broadridge requires employees to complete a background check that is completed by one of our service providers. We use this service to complete the following checks:
Workplace Flexibility
We are committed to supporting flexible work arrangements, investing in technology or other resources to enable you to work from home effectively, wherever possible.
At this time this is a hybrid role, and therefore you should have a basic home office set up, high-speed internet, and the ability to work without distractions during core business hours.
Accessibility & Accommodation
Broadridge is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace ensuring that equal employment opportunities are provided to all individuals, regardless of race, colour, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, age, disability, religious affiliation, or national origin or citizenship. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please notify our recruitment team.
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We are dedicated to fostering a collaborative, engaging, and inclusive environment and are committed to providing a workplace that empowers associates to be authentic and bring their best to work. We believe that associates do their best when they feel safe, understood, and valued, and we work diligently and collaboratively to ensure Broadridge is a company—and ultimately a community—that recognizes and celebrates everyone’s unique perspective.
Use of AI in Hiring
As part of the recruiting process, Broadridge may use technology, including artificial intelligence (AI)-based tools, to help review and evaluate applications. These tools are used only to support our recruiters and hiring managers, and all employment decisions include human review to ensure fairness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable laws. Please note that honesty and transparency are critical to our hiring process. Any attempt to falsify, misrepresent, or disguise information in an application, resume, assessment, or interview will result in disqualification from consideration.
