Mainframe Hardware Systems Programmer

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Our technology team builds innovative digital solutions rapidly and at scale to deliver the next generation of banking services for our customers around the world.

We have an entrepreneurial mindset. Our people work together, creating an agile, collaborative, and innovative culture. You’ll learn and expand your skills, plus we will support you every step of the way as you grow your career.


As an HSBC employee in the UK, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all UK-based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution.


In this role, you will:

•.Support and maintain the UK Mainframe Processor estate within a multi-LPAR, multi-site Sysplex environment.

•Upgrading the UK Mainframe estate to the next generation of IBM Processor
•Upgrading the Microcode levels on the Mainframe Processors, Coupling Facilities, HMCs and TKEs
•Building and activating IODF/IOCDS configurations in support of changes to the Storage estate and other key projects
•Update PR/SM definitions via HMC


To be successful in this role, you should meet the following requirements:

•Advanced experience of mainframe hardware support and configuration.
•Knowledge of the latest IBMz processor generations z14, z15, z16
•Knowledge of z/OS, IODF, HMC, HCD, TSO/ISPF, SDSF, JCL, CHPID Mapping tool, JES2
•Ability to communicate complex information in a meaningful way to wide and varied audiences.

This role is based in Sheffield/Barnsley/Birmingham/Leeds,

Opening up a world of opportunity

Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we’re dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible for everyone to be at their best. We take pride in being a Disability Confident Leader and will offer an interview to people with disabilities, long term conditions or neurodivergent candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

If you have a need that requires accommodations or changes during the recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Helpdesk:

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Telephone: +44 207 832 8500