IT Specialist - Mainframe & Batch Scheduling | IT-Specialist (m/w/d) Mainframe & Batch Scheduling

FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Mannheim

Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Apr 3, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As an IT Specialist for Mainframe and Batch Scheduling, you will be responsible for the planning, maintenance, and monitoring of critical batch jobs on IBM z/OS environments. Your daily activities will involve utilizing mainframe job scheduling software such as IBM Workload Scheduler, Zeke, or Control-M to ensure seamless operations. You will analyze and optimize existing batch processes, handle errors, and manage escalations to meet strict SLA requirements. The role requires adjusting JCL, schedules, and calendar definitions while monitoring log files for performance optimization. This position is particularly attractive for those looking to work on large-scale infrastructure projects within the Pharma and Life Science sectors. You will join a collaborative team at FERCHAU, benefiting from extensive professional development through their in-house academy and a supportive environment that values technical innovation and security.

Required Skills

Education

Completed degree or vocational training in Computer Science or a comparable qualification.

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience in mainframe batch operations and APX/PCC (APM)
  • Proven experience in the administration of mainframe systems such as IBM Z-Series
  • Extensive experience managing high-volume batch processes involving terabytes of data and millions of records
  • Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and performance optimization on mainframe systems
  • Experience with batch window management and scheduling tools

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to work night shifts and/or weekly on-call shifts is required.