IBM PD Tool specialist

Job Title: IBM PD Tool Specialist

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Location

This role is fully remote, anywhere in the USA or Canada.

About the job you’re considering

We are seeking an experienced IBM PD Tool Specialist to support product development tools and ensure seamless installation, deployment, migration, and training for IBM mainframe environments. This role requires deep technical expertise in IBM products, z/OS systems, and associated tools, along with strong communication and customer interfacing skills. The specialist will work closely with clients and internal teams to deliver high-quality solutions, provide training, and manage complex migrations while adhering to best practices.

Your role

• Deliver comprehensive training sessions on IBM PD tools and related technologies.
• Organize and prepare large-scale presentation materials for customer and internal training.
• Interface with customers to understand requirements and provide tailored solutions.
• Install and deploy IBM PD tools following best practices and customer specifications.
• Perform problem determination and resolution for IBM products in customer environments.
• Support z/OS application development and system programming activities.
• Administer DB2, CICS, and IMS environments as part of installation and deployment tasks.
• Manage migration processes, including conversion and integration of IBM and ISV tools.
• Utilize tools such as IBM File Manager, FastRexx, BMC FileAid, CA Broadcom File Master, CA Broadcom PDSMAN, and Macro4 InSync during migration.
• Develop and modify REXX scripts to support migration and automation requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project execution and customer satisfaction.

Your skills and experience

• z/OS Knowledge – Advanced understanding of z/OS architecture and operations.
• IBM Product Expertise – 5\+ years’ experience of IBM PD tools and associated components.
• ISPF and IDz – Proficient in IBM Interactive System Productivity Facility and IBM Developer for z/OS.
• Programming Languages – Strong skills in COBOL, PL/I, Assembler, and C/C\+\+.
• Application Development – Experience with CICS, DB2, and IMS application programming.
• System Administration – Proficiency in DB2, CICS, and IMS administration.
• Communication and Customer Interfacing – Excellent verbal and written communication skills for client engagement.
• Training Delivery – Ability to create and deliver technical training sessions effectively.
• Migration Tools – Familiarity with IBM File Manager, FastRexx, BMC FileAid, CA Broadcom File Master, CA Broadcom PDSMAN, and Macro4 InSync.
• REXX Programming – Intermediate to advanced skills for automation and migration scripting.
• Organizational Skills – Ability to manage large presentation materials and documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for IBM product-related issues.