Mainframe System Engineer
NTT America, Inc.
**Req ID:** 324254
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We are currently seeking a Mainframe System Engineer to join our team in CDMX, Ciudad de México (MX-CMX), Mexico (MX).
**Job Summary**
The **Mainframe Systems Engineer** is responsible for the design, optimization, and modernization of Toyota’s mainframe systems. This role requires expertise in **z/OS upgrades, network management (printers, TLS, mail), automation (REXX, tools), storage solutions (Hitachi & VTS), and hardware uplift** . Additionally, the engineer will lead **service improvement, best practice implementation, software rationalization, Broadcom elimination efforts, and mainframe modernization solutions** .
**Key Responsibilities**
+ **Perform z/OS upgrades** to maintain system stability and compliance.
+ **Troubleshoot and resolve technical showstoppers** during **datacenter migration** and **z/OS operations** .
+ **Automate system processes** using **REXX and mainframe tools** to improve efficiency.
+ **Manage network infrastructure** , including **printers, TLS, and mail services** .
+ **Oversee storage solutions** for **Hitachi & Virtual Tape Storage (VTS)** .
+ **Collaborate with vendors** on **software licensing, hardware uplift, and modernization initiatives** .
+ **Drive software rationalization** , reducing redundancy and optimizing costs.
+ **Lead Broadcom elimination project** , ensuring transition to more effective solutions.
+ **Engage in Severity 1 & 2 incident resolution** , providing technical expertise for critical issues.
+ **Implement service improvement strategies** and **standardization efforts** for operational excellence.
+ **Ensure SOX compliance** , maintaining strict regulatory adherence and documentation.
**Time Allocation of Responsibilities**
**Major Activity**
**% of Time**
Assist in Mainframe Modernization Strategy development
5%
Provide technical advisory services to IT and business teams
5%
Evaluate mainframe, storage, and network architecture to address gaps
5%
Address technical showstoppers and z/OS operational issues
35%
Work with software vendors on licensing, support, and product management
10%
Coordinate mainframe cost reduction initiatives (SF migration, licensing renewals)
10%
Manage hardware and software upgrades
10%
Support incident management, operational reviews, space management, and disaster recovery planning
20%
**Key Working Relationships**
**Contact**
**Purpose**
**Frequency**
IMS Vendor – Hardware Support
Incident resolution, upgrades, disaster recovery
Daily
IMS Vendor – Operations Support
Mainframe operational troubleshooting
Daily
Independent Software Vendor (ISV)
Software licensing, support, and problem resolution
As Needed
Application SMEs
Validation and testing coordination
As Needed
Enterprise Architects
Solution design, security compliance, modernization strategy
Weekly
SOX Auditors
Compliance documentation and remediation
As Needed
**Decision-Making & Accountability**
1. **Vendor Management** – Prioritizing vendor tasks and ensuring SLA performance.
2. **System Modernization Strategy** – Aligning mainframe transformation with Toyota’s future roadmap.
3. **Compliance & Risk Management** – Maintaining SOX compliance and documentation standards.
4. **System Uptime Assurance** – Ensuring **zero unplanned downtime** , apart from scheduled maintenance.
**Challenges & Solutions**
**Challenge**
**Proposed Solution**
Balancing project vs. support work
Collaborate with vendors, prioritize tasks using JIRA
Driving workloads off the mainframe
Assess applications, engage stakeholders, define migration strategies
Ensuring strict SOX compliance
Automate evidence tracking, implement self-service solutions
**Qualifications**
**Minimum Requirements**
+ **Bachelor’s degree** in **Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field**
+ **15+ years** experience in **mainframe architecture** , including **z/OS upgrades and hardware uplift**
+ **5+ years** experience designing **scalable, secure enterprise systems**
+ Hands-on **development/programming experience** in **COBOL, DB2, IMS, MQ, RACF, and CICS**
+ Expertise in **automation (REXX, tools) and service optimization**
+ Familiarity with **cloud service providers** (AWS, Azure, GCP)
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Strong knowledge of **Hitachi & VTS storage solutions**
+ Experience in **Broadcom elimination and cost optimization projects**
+ Expertise in **legacy system modernization approaches ("7 Rs")**
+ Cloud-based **mainframe modernization strategies**
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