TWS (IBM Tivoli Workload Scheduler) & Automation Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled TWS & Automation Engineer to support, maintain, and enhance enterprise workload automation solutions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with IBM Tivoli Workload Scheduler (TWS)/IBM Workload Automation (IWA), scripting, and process automation to ensure reliable and efficient batch processing across business-critical applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and support IBM Tivoli Workload Scheduler (TWS) / IBM Workload Automation environments.
• Design, develop, and maintain job schedules, workflows, calendars, and dependencies.
• Troubleshoot job failures and perform root cause analysis to ensure timely resolution.
• Develop automation solutions using Shell Scripting, PowerShell, Python, or similar technologies.
• Implement monitoring and alerting mechanisms to improve operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with application, infrastructure, and business teams for scheduling requirements.
• Perform workload migration, upgrades, and system enhancements.
• Create and maintain operational documentation, procedures, and knowledge articles.
• Ensure compliance with IT governance, security, and change management processes.
• Identify opportunities to automate manual operational tasks and improve service delivery.

Required Skills

• 3+ years of experience with IBM Tivoli Workload Scheduler (TWS) / IBM Workload Automation.
• Strong understanding of batch processing, job scheduling, and workload management.
• Experience with Unix/Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Proficiency in Shell Scripting, PowerShell, Python, or other automation tools.
• Knowledge of incident, problem, and change management processes.
• Experience with enterprise monitoring tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, or Google.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of ITIL processes.
• Experience with database technologies such as Oracle Database, Microsoft SQL Server, or MySQL.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Relevant certifications in workload automation, scripting, or cloud technologies are advantageous.

Key Competencies

• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Process improvement and automation mindset.
• Effective stakeholder communication.
• Ability to work independently and within global support teams.
• Attention to detail and operational excellence.

This role is suitable for organizations seeking to modernize operations through workload automation, scheduling optimization, and digital transformation initiatives.