Hybrid Site Reliability Engineer – Mainframe

at FIS

• Job title: Site Reliability Engineer – Mainframe
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $101,480 - $170,470 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Azure, Docker, Jenkins, Python, SDLC, ServiceNow
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Jacksonville, United States

About the role

• Site Reliability Engineer supporting DevOps pipeline transitions at FIS. Working with legacy and modern environments under expert mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Pipeline Support: Assist in building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for a diverse environment including IBM iSeries/Mainframe and modern server-based initiatives.
• Tool Integration: Help integrate mainframe workflows with modern DevOps toolchains such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and Azure DevOps.
• Workflow Standardization: Support the consolidation of source control tools (moving from Rocket Aldon/Bitbucket toward GitHub) and assist in documenting these new standards.
• Automation Execution: Execute and troubleshoot automated build and release scripts.
• Monitoring: Monitor pipeline performance and reliability, reporting bottlenecks or failures to the senior team.
• Documentation: Maintain clear documentation for CI/CD solution designs, support requirements, and "Steady State" operating procedures.
• Continuous Learning: Actively participate in training sessions and track your skill development progress as part of the DevOps transformation initiative.

Requirements

• Foundational Knowledge: Basic understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and CI/CD concepts.
• Scripting Skills: Familiarity with at least one scripting language (e.g., Python, Bash, or PowerShell).
• Version Control: Basic proficiency with Git (branching, merging, pulling).
• Problem-Solving: A strong desire to troubleshoot complex technical issues and a hunger to maintain and grow existing skills.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent job experience.
• Added bonus if you have: Experience in a technical support or junior development role.
• Mainframe Exposure: Any exposure to mainframe environments (AS/400, z/OS) or a willingness to learn legacy systems.
• Tool Awareness: Familiarity with tools like Jira, ServiceNow, Jenkins, or Docker.
• Testing Basics: Understanding of automated testing frameworks (e.g., NUnit, Watir).

Benefits

• A career at FIS is more than just a job. It’s the change to shape the future of fintech.
• Always-on learning and development
• Collaborative work environment
• Opportunities to give back
• Competitive salary and benefits