Senior Software Engineer

PKWARE

PKWARE

Software Engineering
United States
Posted on Sep 27, 2025

About the Role:

Are you a seasoned developer with deep expertise in IBM z/OS systems and a passion for building secure, scalable enterprise applications? We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer to lead development efforts, drive modernization initiatives, and mentor engineering talent in a mission-critical environment.

What You’ll Do:

  • Architect and lead development of secure, scalable z/OS applications.
  • Drive modernization and technical strategy across teams.
  • Troubleshoot complex system issues and ensure high availability.
  • Conduct code reviews, enforce standards, and mentor developers.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals.
  • Own feature development and present outcomes to Product Management.
  • Evaluate new technologies and contribute to continuous improvement.

What You Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
  • 7+ years of enterprise software development experience, with deep expertise in IBM z/OS environments.
  • Expert-level proficiency in Assembler (HLASM) and z/OS system macros.
  • Strong experience with APF-authorized code, SRBs, PC routines, and cross-memory services.
  • Skilled in integrating Assembler with Java, C, and REXX.
  • Advanced debugging skills using XDC, IPCS, and dump analysis.
  • Familiarity with JES, SMF, scheduler interfaces, and Sysplex communication (XCF).
  • Strong Java development skills, including JZOS, JNI, and batch-mode applications.
  • Proven track record in Agile development and Scrum practices.

Why You’ll Love It Here

  • Lead impactful projects in a high-performance engineering environment.
  • Collaborate with top-tier talent on mission-critical systems.
  • Grow your career while shaping the future of enterprise technology.

About PKWARE, Inc.

PKWARE offers the only data discovery and protection solution that discovers and protects sensitive data across the entire enterprise. With more than 1,200 customers, including many of the world’s largest financial institutions, retailers, healthcare organizations, and government agencies, PKWARE continues to innovate as an award-winning global leader in data discovery, security, and compliance. To learn more, visit PKWARE.com.

And just so you know…

PKWARE is located in Milwaukee, WI, and offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

PKWARE provides equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, veteran status, membership in the national guard, state defense force or any reserve component of the federal or state military forces, age, non-relevant arrest or conviction record, use or nonuse of lawful products off the company's premises during non-working hours, or other characteristic protected by law.