IBM Z Systems Programmer

Join a digital first bank that’s powered by people.

Our technology team builds innovative digital solutions rapidly and at scale to deliver the next generation of banking services for our customers around the world.

We have an entrepreneurial mindset. Our people work together, creating an agile, collaborative, and innovative culture. You’ll learn and expand your skills, plus we will support you every step of the way as you grow your career.


As an HSBC employee in the UK, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all UK-based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution.

In this role, you will:

• Be upgrading, maintaining and supporting the z/OS operating system 
• Be upgrading, maintaining and supporting ISV products particularly from the vendors; IBM and Broadcom 
• Provide production support
• Global Product engineering to develop global technical solutions for HSBC’s mainframe domain across multiple regions and countries using agile methodology

To be successful in this role, you should meet the following requirements:

• Advanced experience of mainframe systems programming.
• Knowledge of a combination z/OS, SMP/E, TSO/ISPF, USS, SDSF, JCL.
• You will be required to provide off hours support for the implementation of software changes and support for other projects requiring software expertise as well as be part of an on-call rota.
•  Knowledge of IBM and CA Products and be able to work independently

This role is based in Sheffield/Barnsley/Birmingham/Leeds,

Opening up a world of opportunity

Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we’re dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible for everyone to be at their best. We take pride in being a Disability Confident Leader and will offer an interview to people with disabilities, long term conditions or neurodivergent candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

If you have a need that requires accommodations or changes during the recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Helpdesk:

Email: hsbc.recruitment@hsbc.com

Telephone: +44 207 832 8500