Fiserv - Columbus, OH

posted 4 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Columbus, OH
10,001+ employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a Mainframe Hardware Configuration Engineer at Fiserv, you will play a crucial role in configuring and maintaining the mainframe hardware that supports our global data centers. This position involves working with various hardware components including mainframes, disk systems, virtual tape, and SAN switches. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that all hardware is configured correctly to meet the needs of our global infrastructure, which is essential for the seamless operation of our financial technology services. You will be tasked with replacing and upgrading hardware as necessary, applying fixes and patches, and troubleshooting any issues that arise to ensure that our deliverables are met in a timely manner. In this role, you will design and configure mainframe hardware systems, diagnose and resolve hardware issues, and monitor system performance to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Collaboration is key, as you will work closely with software engineers, system administrators, and other IT professionals to ensure that hardware and software systems integrate seamlessly. You will also be responsible for maintaining detailed documentation of hardware configurations, changes, and maintenance activities, including connectivity diagrams, which are vital for operational continuity. Additionally, you will utilize the IOCP mainframe to define and manage input and output configurations, participate in datacenter relocations, client migrations, and disaster recovery exercises. This position is integral to the overall performance and reliability of our systems, and your expertise will directly contribute to the success of Fiserv's operations.

Responsibilities

  • Design and configure mainframe hardware systems to meet global infrastructure needs
  • Diagnose and resolve hardware issues to ensure optimal performance and reliability
  • Monitor system performance and adjust to improve efficiency and effectiveness
  • Work closely with software engineers, system administrators, and other IT professionals for seamless integration
  • Maintain detailed documentation of hardware configurations, changes, and maintenance activities
  • Utilize the IOCP mainframe to define and manage input and output configurations
  • Participate in datacenter relocations, client migrations, and disaster recovery exercises

Requirements

  • 6+ years of experience in mainframe hardware and software engineering
  • 5+ years of experience in mainframe hardware components, system architecture, and troubleshooting techniques
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education, work, and military service

Nice-to-haves

  • Understanding of standard networking protocols and components such as HTTP, DNS, TCP/IP, ICMP, subnetting, and load balancing strategies
  • Certifications (e.g., IBM Certified Specialist) may be advantageous

Benefits

  • Competitive salary range of $99,400.00-$138,500.00 based on location and experience
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth
  • Diversity and inclusion initiatives
  • Commitment to reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
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