Mainframe Tape Storage Engineer

Bank of America

. Design tools and services within a technical domain in accordance with architectural governance, standards, and policies .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $104,200 - $155,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in supporting enterprise mainframe storage environments, with a strong understanding of z/OS I/O architecture and FICON protocols. Capable of developing automation solutions and providing subject matter expertise while ensuring compliance with architectural standards.

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Mainframe Storage SupportZ/OS I/O ArchitectureFICON ProtocolsI/O Performance DiagnosticsAutomation Development

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Hard Skills

AssemblerACC/SRSCA1DFHSMDFSMSIBM Utilities/ExitsICF CatalogsDB2IMSREXX

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingAdaptabilityBusiness AcumenRisk ManagementCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

RMFSMFDCOLLECT

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced Technical CertificationsVendor Training

Industry Keywords

Enterprise Mainframe24x7 Production EnvironmentsMulti-Data-Center OperationsGlobal FirmsTechnical Solution Deployment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design tools and services within a technical domain in accordance with architectural governance, standards, and policies
Create infrastructure tools and integrate them as services
Develop templates, playbooks, and automation to facilitate technical solution deployment
Improve efficiency in implementing and maintaining tools and services
Support Mainframe (System z) Storage projects across build, development, implementation, maintenance, operations, and client support
Work with minimal supervision on complex technical projects
Support senior personnel and project managers
Assist with training junior analysts and provide technical peer reviews
Participate in a 7x24 on-call rotation
Provide subject matter expertise and consulting across relevant technologies
Assist Technical Analysts and Infrastructure Engineers in ensuring compliance with enterprise design and engineering standards
Translate business requirements into technical definitions, reference models, blueprints, and deployment playbooks
Evaluate reference models, blueprints, and playbooks for fitness for purpose
Develop software solutions for manual, repeatable, or inefficient processes
Conduct on-site evaluations of third-party products considered for firm adoption
Contribute to product evaluation requirements
Promote an inclusive and healthy working environment and help resolve organizational blockers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be able to participate in 7x24 on-call rotation, including some weekends and holidays due to cutovers
7–12+ years of hands-on experience supporting enterprise mainframe storage environments
Proven experience in 24x7, mission-critical, highly regulated production environments
Experience operating at scale across multi-data-center, multi-region, global firms
Strong understanding of z/OS I/O architecture, including CHPIDs, control units, and paths
Strong understanding of FICON protocols and multi-pathing concepts
Experience with I/O performance diagnostics, including RMF, SMF, and DCOLLECT
Experience working closely with z/OS systems programmers
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience preferred
Advanced technical certifications and vendor training preferred
Knowledge of Assembler, with ability to understand and modify as needed
Knowledge of ACC/SRS, CA1, DFHSM, DFSMS, IBM Utilities/Exits, ICF Catalogs, DB2 and IMS, and REXX
Skills in analytical thinking, application development, automation, production support, risk management, adaptability, business acumen, DevOps practices, solution delivery process, and solution design

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary incentive eligible; eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan
Benefits eligible
Access to paid time off
Resources and support for employees
Opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact
Inclusive workplace
Support for physical, emotional, and financial wellness
Recognition and rewards for performance