Senior Technical Specialist, Mainframe Operating Systems
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description
WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?
As a Senior Technical Specialist, you will work within the Mainframe Operating Systems team to install and support z/OS products. This team is responsible for providing support for the evaluation, installation, maintenance, and trouble shooting of a suite of System Z operating system components and associated vendor products that run on all RBC Mainframe processors.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Install and support various z/OS mainframe products, primarily focused on Netview/System Automation.
- Liaise with the various support teams in Production Mainframe Services, Mainframe Operating Systems group, application development groups, and any other clients of supported products.
- Direct research, identify and make recommendations on exploitation of new feature / function of supported vendor software.
- Ensure products are kept at supported and current levels.
- Ensure that problems with products supported are dealt with in a timely fashion and resolved quickly.
- Develop criteria for and participate in the evaluation of 3rd party vendors and software.
- Provide expertise and software management and support skills for mainframe products.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?
Must have:
- 10+ years of mainframe experience installing and supporting software products.
- 5+ REXX coding experience.
- IBM TSO, ISPF, JCL, SDSF, Netview/System Automation and SMP/E experience.
- Familiarity with and strong adherence to change management processes.
- A strong understanding of mainframe z/OS technology.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to excellence in deliverables and support.
- Champion strong software management and technology currency.
Nice-to-have:
- Knowledge of SSL/TLS and certificates.
- Strategic thinker with excellent interpersonal skills to work across functions and businesses.
What’s in it for you?
We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
- A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable.
- Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
- Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
- A world-class training program in financial services.
#LI-Post
#TECH PJ
Job Skills
Assembler (Programming Language), CLIST (Programming Language), Communication, Group Problem Solving, IBM COBOL, IBM DB2 SQL, IBM Software, IBM z/OS, Installation and Maintenance, Interactive System Productivity Facility (ISPF), Java, JES2, Job Control Language (JCL), Mainframe Modernization, Mainframe Operating System, Node.js, Programming Languages, Python (Programming Language), Red Hat Ansible, RESTful Web Services, Rexx, SMP/E, Teamwork, Technical Product Support
Additional Job Details
Address:
RBC CENTRE, 155 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTO
City:
Toronto
Country:
Canada
Work hours/week:
37.5
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2026-02-26
Application Deadline:
2026-03-17
Note**:** Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
I****nclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment
At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.
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RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.
About RBC
Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 94,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada's biggest bank and one of the largest in the world, based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to our more than 17 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 27 other countries. Learn more at rbc.com. We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities. See how at www.rbc.com/community-social-impact.
La Banque Royale du Canada est une institution financière mondiale définie par sa raison d'être, guidée par des principes et orientée vers l'excellence en matière de rendement. Notre succès est attribuable aux quelque 94 000+ employés qui mettent à profit leur créativité et leur savoir faire pour concrétiser notre vision, nos valeurs et notre stratégie afin que nous puissions contribuer à la prospérité de nos clients et au dynamisme des collectivités. Selon la capitalisation boursière, nous sommes la plus importante banque du Canada et l'une des plus grandes banques du monde. Nous avons adopté un modèle d'affaires diversifié axé sur l'innovation et l'offre d'expériences exceptionnelles à nos plus de 17 millions de clients au Canada, aux États Unis et dans 27 autres pays. Pour en savoir plus, visitez le site rbc.com/francais
Nous sommes fiers d'appuyer une grande diversité d'initiatives communautaires par des dons, des investissements dans la collectivité et le travail bénévole de nos employés. Pour de plus amples renseignements, visitez le site www.rbc.com/collectivite-impact-social.
Senior Technical Specialist, Mainframe Operating Systems
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description
WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?
As a Senior Technical Specialist, you will work within the Mainframe Operating Systems team to install and support z/OS products. This team is responsible for providing support for the evaluation, installation, maintenance, and trouble shooting of a suite of System Z operating system components and associated vendor products that run on all RBC Mainframe processors.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Install and support various z/OS mainframe products, primarily focused on Netview/System Automation.
- Liaise with the various support teams in Production Mainframe Services, Mainframe Operating Systems group, application development groups, and any other clients of supported products.
- Direct research, identify and make recommendations on exploitation of new feature / function of supported vendor software.
- Ensure products are kept at supported and current levels.
- Ensure that problems with products supported are dealt with in a timely fashion and resolved quickly.
- Develop criteria for and participate in the evaluation of 3rd party vendors and software.
- Provide expertise and software management and support skills for mainframe products.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?
Must have:
- 10+ years of mainframe experience installing and supporting software products.
- 5+ REXX coding experience.
- IBM TSO, ISPF, JCL, SDSF, Netview/System Automation and SMP/E experience.
- Familiarity with and strong adherence to change management processes.
- A strong understanding of mainframe z/OS technology.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to excellence in deliverables and support.
- Champion strong software management and technology currency.
Nice-to-have:
- Knowledge of SSL/TLS and certificates.
- Strategic thinker with excellent interpersonal skills to work across functions and businesses.
What’s in it for you?
We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
- A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable.
- Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
- Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
- A world-class training program in financial services.
#LI-Post
#TECH PJ
Job Skills
Assembler (Programming Language), CLIST (Programming Language), Communication, Group Problem Solving, IBM COBOL, IBM DB2 SQL, IBM Software, IBM z/OS, Installation and Maintenance, Interactive System Productivity Facility (ISPF), Java, JES2, Job Control Language (JCL), Mainframe Modernization, Mainframe Operating System, Node.js, Programming Languages, Python (Programming Language), Red Hat Ansible, RESTful Web Services, Rexx, SMP/E, Teamwork, Technical Product Support
Additional Job Details
Address:
RBC CENTRE, 155 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTO
City:
Toronto
Country:
Canada
Work hours/week:
37.5
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2026-02-26
Application Deadline:
2026-03-17
Note**:** Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
I****nclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment
At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.
Join our Talent Community
Stay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you.
Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.com.
RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.
About RBC
Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 94,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada's biggest bank and one of the largest in the world, based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to our more than 17 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 27 other countries. Learn more at rbc.com. We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities. See how at www.rbc.com/community-social-impact.
La Banque Royale du Canada est une institution financière mondiale définie par sa raison d'être, guidée par des principes et orientée vers l'excellence en matière de rendement. Notre succès est attribuable aux quelque 94 000+ employés qui mettent à profit leur créativité et leur savoir faire pour concrétiser notre vision, nos valeurs et notre stratégie afin que nous puissions contribuer à la prospérité de nos clients et au dynamisme des collectivités. Selon la capitalisation boursière, nous sommes la plus importante banque du Canada et l'une des plus grandes banques du monde. Nous avons adopté un modèle d'affaires diversifié axé sur l'innovation et l'offre d'expériences exceptionnelles à nos plus de 17 millions de clients au Canada, aux États Unis et dans 27 autres pays. Pour en savoir plus, visitez le site rbc.com/francais
Nous sommes fiers d'appuyer une grande diversité d'initiatives communautaires par des dons, des investissements dans la collectivité et le travail bénévole de nos employés. Pour de plus amples renseignements, visitez le site www.rbc.com/collectivite-impact-social.