Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced IBM PD Tools Migration Specialist to support product-development and problem-determination tool migrations in IBM mainframe environments. This role requires expertise in IBM tools, z/OS systems, and the competitive / ISV tools being replaced.
Key Responsibilities
Install and deploy IBM PD tools following best practices and customer requirements.
Support migration activities involving conversion and integration of IBM and ISV problem-determination tools.
Provide training sessions, workshops, and technical presentations for customers and internal teams.
Perform problem determination and resolution for IBM products in customer environments.
Work across DB2 , CICS , and IMS environments as part of installation, deployment, and migration support.
Mandatory Skills and Experience
Strong z/OS knowledge and detailed familiarity with IBM PD tools and associated components.
Hands-on experience with Non-IBM / ISV tools being migrated or replaced, including BMC FileAid , CA Broadcom File Master / CA File Master Plus , CA Broadcom PDSMAN , and Macro4 InSync .
Understanding of migration and conversion activities to IBM PD tooling such as IBM File Manager and IBM Hourglass .
Strong ISPF and IDz
Programming skills in COBOL , PL/I , Assembler , and C/C++ .
Experience with CICS , DB2 , and IMS application programming and administration.
Ability to develop or modify REXX scripts to support migration and automation requirements.
Preferred / Additional Skills
Broader familiarity with IBM and ISV tool language, conversion processes, and migration best practices.
System-programming background in support of installation and deployment activities.