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# Senior AI Automation Engineer - Mainframe Infrastructure (z/OS) III

- **Company:** Manpower
- **Location:** Plano, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Customer Information Control System (CICS), IBM DB2, Python (Programming Language), Mainframes, Software Vulnerability Management, Z/OS, Enterprise Software Applications, Build Management
- **Published:** August 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/4258B8A2D8924C8A8C07FAFD6211575F/job/

## About the Role

Our client, a leader in enterprise infrastructure and security solutions, is seeking a Senior AI Automation Engineer - Mainframe Infrastructure (z/OS) III to join their dynamic team. As a Senior AI Automation Engineer - Mainframe Infrastructure (z/OS) III, you will be an integral part of the mainframe modernization initiatives supporting innovative security and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and a collaborative spirit, which will align successfully within the organization., * Hands-on experience developing AI/agent-based automation frameworks and agents in enterprise environments.

 * Strong Python programming skills with a focus on enterprise applications.
 * Experience operating within large-scale enterprise infrastructure environments, particularly mainframe systems.
 * Knowledge of z/OSMF, z/OS Connect APIs, and mainframe vulnerability patching tools.
 * 10+ years of experience in mainframe infrastructure engineering, including z/OS, IMS, CICS, and DB2 installation and testing.

## Description

* Lead the design and development of AI-driven automation frameworks for z/OS patching.
 * Build and deploy agent-based workflows to orchestrate vulnerability remediation at scale.
 * Integrate AI agents with mainframe systems, APIs, and security tooling to enhance operational efficiency.
 * Partner with infrastructure and security teams to prioritize and execute patching initiatives effectively.
 * Ensure the reliability, scalability, and operational readiness of automation solutions to support enterprise security goals.


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