Lead IBM i Solutions Engineer Job at McKesson, Irving, TX

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  • McKesson
  • Irving, TX

Job Description

About the Company

Join McKesson as a pivotal AS/400 (IBM i) Technical Specialist, where you'll design, implement, and maintain robust infrastructure to ensure high availability, scalability, and security. This role is integral to our mission, collaborating with cross-functional teams and Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to optimize platform performance. As the IBM i Technical SME, you'll provide technical leadership and guidance, ensuring operational excellence and governance. Be part of a dynamic team that drives innovation and supports our business units in achieving seamless integration and application development.

About the Role

Design and implement comprehensive AS/400 (IBM i) system architecture and infrastructure solutions to support business operations. Develop and maintain system configurations, manage upgrades, and implement patches to ensure system integrity and performance. Collaborate with development teams to design, integrate, and deploy applications efficiently. Develop and enforce robust security policies and access controls, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Optimize system performance, storage, and resource utilization to enhance overall efficiency. Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise to resolve system issues promptly. Create and maintain detailed documentation and standards for system processes. Stay updated with the latest IBM i technology advancements and industry trends. Other duties may be assigned as needed to meet company goals.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement comprehensive AS/400 (IBM i) system architecture and infrastructure solutions to support business operations.
  • Develop and maintain system configurations, manage upgrades, and implement patches to ensure system integrity and performance.
  • Collaborate with development teams to design, integrate, and deploy applications efficiently.
  • Develop and enforce robust security policies and access controls, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Optimize system performance, storage, and resource utilization to enhance overall efficiency.
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise to resolve system issues promptly.
  • Create and maintain detailed documentation and standards for system processes.
  • Stay updated with the latest IBM i technology advancements and industry trends.
  • Other duties may be assigned as needed to meet company goals.

Qualifications

bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Required Skills

  • 8+ years of experience with AS/400 (IBM i) architecture, design, and implementation.
  • In-depth knowledge of IBM i operating system, hardware, and software.
  • Proven experience with CL IBM i programming languages and database management (DB2/400).
  • Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP).
  • Expertise in system security, auditing, and compliance.

Preferred Skills

  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Strong leadership abilities to guide and mentor team members.
  • Familiarity with cloud integration (e.g., IBM Cloud, AWS) is an advantage.
  • Experience with Ansible and agile methodologies is desirable.
  • Proficiency in data analytics and business intelligence tools is a plus.
  • Must demonstrate a proactive approach to learning and staying current with technological advancements.

Pay range and compensation package

Please note that only candidates authorized to work in the US will be considered for this position. Sponsorship is not available.

Equal Opportunity Statement

****Relocation assistance is not budgeted for this role****

Job Tags

Relocation package,

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