Mainframe SRE (Cobol) at FIS: Revolutionizing Financial Technology

Are you a seasoned Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) with a passion for both mainframe technologies and modern development practices? Do you thrive in environments where you can bridge the gap between legacy systems and cutting-edge microservices? If so, FIS has an exciting opportunity for you. As a Mainframe SRE (Cobol) at FIS, you'll play a pivotal role in modernizing critical applications, ensuring their reliability, and driving engineering improvements that directly impact our production support operations.

Role Overview

In this role, you'll be at the heart of our efforts to enhance the resilience and efficiency of our core financial systems. You'll work with a diverse team of engineers, developers, and operations specialists to identify automation opportunities, improve monitoring capabilities, and optimize resource utilization. Your expertise in both mainframe technologies (COBOL, RPG) and modern server-based environments (Java, Angular, .NET) will be crucial in ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance across our technology stack.

This isn't just a job; it's a chance to be a change agent. You'll be empowered to influence design decisions, drive application resiliency improvements, and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and innovation. If you're ready to make a tangible impact on the world of fintech, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

A Day in the Life of a Mainframe SRE (Cobol)

Your day-to-day activities will be a blend of proactive engineering and reactive problem-solving. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect:

• Morning: Start your day by reviewing monitoring dashboards and alerts to identify any potential issues or performance bottlenecks. Collaborate with the development team to troubleshoot and resolve any critical incidents.
• Mid-day: Participate in a sprint planning meeting to discuss upcoming automation projects and reliability enhancements. Work on implementing Terraform scripts to automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration.
• Afternoon: Conduct a capacity planning session with the operations team to ensure adequate resources are available to support peak transaction volumes. Develop a new Splunk dashboard to improve visibility into application performance metrics.
• Evening: Participate in an on-call rotation to provide support for critical production incidents. Analyze root causes of recent incidents and implement preventative measures to avoid recurrence.

Why Chennai & Bangalore?

Chennai and Bangalore are not just locations; they are vibrant hubs of technological innovation and talent. Here's why these cities are ideal for your career at FIS:

• Thriving Tech Ecosystem: Both cities boast a rich ecosystem of technology companies, startups, and research institutions, providing ample opportunities for networking and collaboration.
• Large Talent Pool: Chennai and Bangalore are home to some of the brightest minds in the IT industry, ensuring a continuous influx of skilled professionals.
• Strategic Importance: These cities serve as strategic centers for FIS's global operations, offering exposure to diverse projects and technologies.
• Quality of Life: Chennai and Bangalore offer a high quality of life with a relatively low cost of living, making them attractive destinations for professionals and families alike.
• Cultural Diversity: Experience a vibrant blend of cultures, cuisines, and traditions, enriching your personal and professional life.

Charting Your Career Path at FIS

At FIS, we believe in investing in our employees' growth and development. As a Mainframe SRE (Cobol), you'll have access to a wealth of resources to help you advance your career. Here are some potential career paths you can explore:

• Senior SRE: Deepen your expertise in site reliability engineering and take on more complex projects.
• SRE Team Lead: Lead a team of SREs and mentor junior engineers.
• Principal SRE: Serve as a subject matter expert and provide technical guidance to other teams.
• SRE Manager: Manage a team of SREs and oversee the reliability and performance of critical applications.
• Architect: Design and implement scalable and resilient architectures for our financial systems.

We provide ample opportunities for continuous learning, including:

• Technical Training: Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends through our comprehensive training programs.
• Leadership Development: Develop your leadership skills and prepare for management roles.
• Mentorship Programs: Receive guidance and support from experienced professionals within the company.
• Conferences and Workshops: Attend industry events to network with peers and learn from experts.

Salary and Benefits: Your Total Rewards

At FIS, we recognize and reward your contributions with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Your salary will be commensurate with your experience and skills, and we regularly benchmark against industry standards to ensure we're offering competitive compensation.

In addition to your salary, you'll receive a robust benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, sick leave, and holiday time to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
• Retirement Savings: A 401(k) plan with company matching contributions to help you save for retirement.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: An opportunity to purchase FIS stock at a discounted price.
• Life Insurance: Coverage to protect your family in the event of your passing.
• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect your income if you become disabled.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Pre-tax accounts to pay for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling and support services for you and your family.
• Wellness Programs: Resources to help you stay healthy and active.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Financial assistance to help you pursue further education.

Embrace the FIS Culture

At FIS, we're more than just a company; we're a community. We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusion. Here's what you can expect when you join our team:

• Collaboration: We work together to achieve common goals, sharing knowledge and expertise across teams.
• Innovation: We encourage creativity and experimentation, constantly seeking new ways to improve our products and services.
• Inclusion: We value diversity and create a welcoming environment for all employees.
• Integrity: We conduct ourselves with the highest ethical standards, earning the trust of our clients and stakeholders.
• Respect: We treat each other with respect and dignity, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.

We also believe in giving back to the community. Through our corporate social responsibility initiatives, we support local organizations and promote volunteerism among our employees.

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and join a company that's transforming the world of fintech, we encourage you to apply. To apply for the Mainframe SRE (Cobol) position, please visit our careers website and submit your resume and cover letter. Be sure to highlight your experience with mainframe technologies, modern development practices, and site reliability engineering principles.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What are the key responsibilities of a Mainframe SRE (Cobol) at FIS?

The key responsibilities include identifying automation opportunities, ensuring application reliability, designing monitoring solutions, conducting capacity planning, documenting processes, and leading incident response.

2. What skills and qualifications are required for this role?

Required skills include proficiency in COBOL, RPG, JCL, CICS, SQL, Java, C#, Python, and experience with automation tools like Terraform and Ansible. Qualifications include 4-8 years of IT experience and a strong understanding of site reliability engineering principles.

3. What is the career path for a Mainframe SRE (Cobol) at FIS?

Potential career paths include Senior SRE, SRE Team Lead, Principal SRE, SRE Manager, and Architect. FIS provides ample opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.

4. What is the salary range for this position?

The salary range for this position is competitive and commensurate with your experience and skills. FIS also offers a comprehensive benefits package.

5. What is the work environment like at FIS?

FIS fosters a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and contribute to the company's success.

6. What is the on-call rotation schedule for this role?

The on-call rotation schedule varies depending on the team and the criticality of the applications supported. You'll be part of a globally distributed team providing 24/7 coverage.

7. What training and development opportunities are available at FIS?

FIS offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, including technical training, leadership development, mentorship programs, and conferences.

8. What are the benefits of working in Chennai or Bangalore?

Chennai and Bangalore offer a thriving tech ecosystem, a large talent pool, strategic importance for FIS, a high quality of life, and cultural diversity.

9. How does FIS support diversity and inclusion?

FIS values diversity and creates a welcoming environment for all employees. We have various employee resource groups and initiatives to promote inclusion.

10. How does FIS give back to the community?

FIS supports local organizations and promotes volunteerism among our employees through our corporate social responsibility initiatives.