Senior Level Systems Programmer Jobs
Senior level systems programmer jobs place experienced engineers at the helm of critical infrastructure decisions, owning architectural outcomes and leading the teams that build and maintain them. Roles are concentrated across Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Construction & Real Estate, with 40% of openings remote or hybrid, and employers like Goldbelt, Ensono, and Hazen and Sawyer hiring at this level now.
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Position Summary
The successful candidate will perform mainframe database Software upgrades coupled with administration and tuning to support our customers’ Software AG ADABAS environments. The individual will need to work with vendor personnel to achieve timely solutions of database problems. The individual will be responsible for day-to-day database maintenance such as database definition changes, backups and restores, monitoring space growth, database reorganizations, creating and maintaining disaster recovery procedures and overall support of customer needs and requests. The successful candidate will be called upon to perform a variety of tasks including database optimization, database performance reviews and tuning, and new client onboarding. The individual will provide 24×7 on call support as part of a scheduled rotation with other team members. The individual will maintain documentation for all the tasks completed on a regular basis and adhere the change management policy.
Position reports to Senior Manager – Mainframe Database.
What the Ideal Candidate Brings to this Role
Required Qualifications help to assure new Associates are set up for success in their role with Ensono. To be considered for this career opportunity, it is important that you meet all Required Qualifications. Candidates that may meet some, but not all, Other Qualifications are still encouraged to apply.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required and/or equivalent work experience.
10+ years of professional experience in Software AG ADABAS/Natural and related products for administration and systems programming support.
Extensive experience with the following:
Best practices of Software management, maintenance, and documentation
Configure and manage Software AG ADABAS and related products such as Natural
SME in the topics of:
ADABAS database administration, NATURAL Security, Fast Path
Database Design
Defining FDT and DDMs.
Performance tuning
Use of ADABAS utilities such as Delta Save Facility, ADABAS Utilities Natural utilities, SMA, Program Migration tool, Review, etc
Knowledge of log archive and change accumulation utilities
Knowledge of ADARUN Parameters and Buffer pools.
Knowledge of Protection logging and Command Logging.
Establishing policies and procedures pertaining to database management, disaster recovery, product and database security, maintenance, and utilization
Reviewing new versions of Software AG ADABAS and related products for functionality, advising how they benefit the client
Manage vendors relations and quickly resolve problems and questions
Applying Licenses for SAG products and applying ZAPs and Service packs for Software AG products
Cooperation with the Disaster Recovery Services, successfully execute tasks associated with any given customer’s disaster recovery plans.
Support planned (disaster recovery) and unplanned (emergency) database recovery activities
Troubleshooting and solving production database issues
Identification and resolution of performance issues
Database administration including administering and customizing ADABAS/Natural
Database design and experience with batch and online Software AG ADABAS/Natural
Database monitoring including space monitoring and performance monitoring
Maintenance and usage of Software AG ADABAS and related products and utilities
Experience in a large, 24×7 multi-database environments and the ability to manage competing priorities
Other Qualifications
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and presentations)
Ability to work as part of a team and assist teammates when needed
Demonstrated ability to respond quickly and effectively to support requests from multiple clients
Follow ITSM change control procedures
Self-motivated and able to work independently.
Demonstrated ability to respond quickly and effectively to support requests from multiple clients
Must be able to multi-task and work under short deadlines and in high pressure situations.
Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently.
Why Ensono?
Ensono is a place to make better happen – for our clients and for your career. You can do great things through innovation or collaboration, by learning or volunteering, or to promote diversity and inclusion. You can do great things for your own health or for a healthier planet. Whatever it means to you to do great things we want Ensono to be the place you can do it.
We are a client-facing business, but we do encourage clients to allow us to work remotely most of the time so if you are not required to be on a client site, you can choose to work from home or in our Ensono offices.
Some of our benefits include:
Unlimited Paid Days Off
Three health plan options
401k with company match
Eligibility for dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life and AD&D coverage, and flexible spending accounts
Family Forming Benefit including fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy reimbursement
Paid childbearing and paternal leave
Education Reimbursement, Student Loan Assistance or 529 College Funding
Sabbatical leave
Wellness program
Flexible work schedule
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this role is $84,000 to $148,000 annually based on a full-time schedule. Please note that placement in the range may vary based on numerous factors including but not limited to skills, experience, internal equity, and business needs. In addition to base salary, other compensation programs, depending on eligibility, include an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance and an equity grant under our Associate Equity Appreciation Program.
Ensono is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment to our Associates and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
Pay transparency nondiscrimination statement/posting OFCCP’s pay transparency policy can be found on OFCCP’s website.
If you need accommodation at any point during the application or interview process, please let your recruiter know or email USTalentAcquisition@ensono.com.
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Senior Level Systems Programmer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level systems programmer job?
Employers at this level expect deep fluency in systems architecture, OS internals, and performance optimization, along with a demonstrated ability to own complex projects end to end. Candidates who stand out show they have led cross-functional technical decisions, mentored junior engineers, and produced systems that scale reliably under pressure. A portfolio of impactful, production-grade work carries more weight than certifications alone.
Which companies hire senior level systems programmers?
Companies hiring senior level systems programmers right now include Goldbelt, Ensono, and Hazen and Sawyer, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from organizations running large-scale or mission-critical infrastructure, where deep systems expertise directly affects product reliability and performance.
Are there remote senior level systems programmer jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and the sensitivity of the systems involved. About 40% of senior level systems programmer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting broader industry flexibility at the senior level where engineers are trusted to deliver independently.
What makes a systems programmer role senior level?
Senior level systems programmer roles are defined by scope and ownership, not just technical skill. Engineers at this stage are expected to drive architectural decisions, set standards for how systems are built and maintained, and take accountability for outcomes across entire subsystems. They also mentor and guide less experienced team members, shaping engineering practice as much as they shape code.
Which industries hire the most senior level systems programmers?
Senior Level systems programmer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive demand because they depend on high-performance, low-level software to power the infrastructure, embedded systems, and real-time platforms their businesses run on.