IBM Tivoli Workload Scheduler Administrator

Job Description

This is a full-time on-site role for an IBM Tivoli Workload Scheduler (Maestro) Administrator located in the Greater Minneapolis-St Paul Area. The primary responsibilities include the configuration, maintenance, and monitoring of the Tivoli Workload Scheduler environment. The role also involves troubleshooting and resolving job scheduling issues, performing software upgrades and patches, collaborating with development and operations teams, and ensuring system reliability and performance. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and manage Tivoli Workload Scheduler (TWS) Maestro job streams and schedules. Define and configure workstations, calendars, resources, and variable tables in Maestro. Integrate SAP process chains, LSMW, and other enterprise applications into TWS schedules. Perform batch scheduling, monitoring, and troubleshooting in production, QA, and test environments. Install, upgrade, and configure TWS components, Fault Tolerant Agents (FTAs), Universal Agents. Conduct server commissioning, decommissioning, agent deployments, and fix pack installations. Manage TWS user roles, security files, and access controls. Perform incident management, RCA documentation, and compliance reporting (e.g., SOX, AS400). Coordinate job migrations, testing, and production cutovers across SAP and non-SAP platforms. Optimize job streams for performance, resource utilization, and SLA adherence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (SAP, DBAs, operations, infrastructure, and application Qualifications : 710+ years of experience as an IBM Tivoli Workload Scheduler Administrator (Maestro expertise a must). Solid experience in batch scheduling and workload automation for large enterprises. Hands-on expertise with SAP integration (Process Chains, LSMW). Strong troubleshooting skills for job failures, agent issues, and scheduling conflicts. Experience with Windows & UNIX agent monitoring and upgrades. Familiarity with incident management tools (HP OVSC), WebSphere notifications, AS400, SQL/Oracle monitoring. Excellent documentation and communication skills. Ability to work in high-pressure, multi-client, and global environments. Masters or Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related to Have : Experience across Retail, Banking, Insurance, Automotive, Aerospace sectors. Knowledge of custom application monitoring using Universal Agent. Familiarity with forecasting and dynamic scheduling adjustments. Prior experience working in agile or DevOps environments. Job Types : Full-time, Contract