Mainframe Storage Engineer

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Senior Mainframe Storage Engineer ensures resilient and scalable z/OS storage environments, harnessing AI to anticipate growth, optimize resources, and drive operational efficiency.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide day to day zSeries Storage administration to support the storage environment for zSeries platforms
• Provide 7x24 rotating on-call support for Optum’s zSeries Storage environment. Resolve all production issues either reported or identified by automated monitoring systems
• Perform zSeries Storage capacity planning to monitor space and take proactive steps to prevent issues.
• Work with zSeries applications and other zSeries Platform teams to troubleshoot complex problems that impact our customer’s ability to perform required business functions
• Utilize industry standard technologies to ensure the integrity and recoverability of zSeries provisioned storage such as backups, performance monitoring, etc.
• Plan, coordinate and implement changes to the mainframe storage environment as needed, based on business requirements
• Coordination with vendors for zSeries hardware and software support as needed
• Ability to use AI tools to analyze data and provide recommendations and implement solutions
• Ability to use M365 Copilot AI to recap meetings and draft emails
• Ability to stay educated in the role of AI for a Mainframe Storage Administrator
• Plan, coordinate and implement changes to the mainframe storage environment related to a GDPS/MGM environment working closely with zOS Automation team
• Configure zSeries Storage Arrays as needed to maintain replication, capacity and Ransomware protection

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

• 10+ years working with IBM DASD and IBM VTS technology
• 10+ years working with IBM DFSMS, DFHSM and DFDSS
• 10+ years of Experience managing and troubleshooting storage systems and all dataset types (VSAM, sequential, PDS, PDS/e, etc.)
• 10+ years of Experience with coding SMS ACS Routines
• 10+ years of Experience with configuring DS8k Storage Arrays
• 8+ years of hands-on experience with IBM GDPS/MGM environments
• Experience with an x37 abend recovery tool i.e., IBM Tivoli Advanced Allocation Manager
• Experience with IDCAMS and other IBM Utilities
• Experience with mainframe JCL
• Experience with REXX and/or SAS coding
• Experience with IBM RMM and CA1 tape management software
• Experience with hardware encryption software
• Hands on Experience working with IBM Spectrum Control
• Working knowledge of IBM solutions related to Transparent Cloud Tiering, Safeguarded Copy and MGM 4 Site solutions
• All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy, Administrative Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Capacity Management, Cloud Computing, Data Analysis, Data Facility Storage Management Subsystem (DFSMS), Data Sets, Encryption Software, Hardware Administration, IBM Product Family, IBM Rexx Programming Language, IBM Tivoli, IBM Virtual Tape Server (VTS), IBM z-OS Operating System, IDCAMS, Identify Issues, Industry Standards, JCL (Job Control Language), Mainframe Computer, On Call, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Ransomware, Replication and Remote Mirroring, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Software Administration, Storage Software, Work From Home

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $112,700 - $193,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that’s dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions worldwide. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a diverse team that shares your passion for helping others.

What we do

Gain insights on how we work to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone by watching this video.

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Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Being a part of UnitedHealth Group means working to improve health outcomes for everyone, including yourself. Here is how:

• Caring. Your total health and well-being are important to us. Whatever matters most to you - we have resources to help you be your best at work and at home. The benefits range from free Peloton courses to financial counseling. Learn more about what we offer.

• Connecting. We recognize our collective power to make an impact across our communities because we believe the health of any society is measured by the overall health of its people. Learn more about our culture.

• Growing together. UnitedHealth Group is full of inspiring career stories, and we offer a lifetime of opportunities. Discover all the ways you can learn, grow and develop.

Company Size: 10,000 employees or more

Industry: Healthcare Services