Mainframe DB2 DBA
About The Position
Kyndryl is seeking a Mainframe DB2 DBA to manage and administer database systems that support its technology infrastructure. The role involves configuring, installing, and maintaining database management systems; managing user access and security practices; planning for capacity and growth; coordinating database project plans with other teams; and proposing enhancements to improve performance and reliability. The DBA will also develop backup and recovery plans and help end users and application developers resolve complex database issues. This is a client-facing role requiring strong technical expertise and communication skills.
Requirements
- At least 10 years of Mainframe Db2 DBA experience.
- Working knowledge of IBM Mainframe Database utilities.
- SME-level knowledge of SQL coding, tuning, and debugging.
- Ability to diagnose performance problems and recommend database, SQL, or programming changes to remediate issues.
- Ability to conduct technical deep dives into application architecture, SQL, and application code and translate findings into actionable tasks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work in a client-facing capacity.
Nice To Haves
- Mainframe Db2 application DBA experience.
- Working knowledge of COBOL.
- Experience with SQL and SQL tuning.
- Experience with Omegamon, Query Monitor, QMF, Db2 Admin tool, log analyzer, DDF, and stored procedures.
Responsibilities
- Configure, install, maintain, and optimize database management systems.
- Manage user access and implement security policies and procedures to protect data.
- Conduct capacity planning and growth projections based on system usage.
- Coordinate database project plans with other teams in support of organizational goals.
- Propose and implement enhancements to improve database performance and reliability.
- Develop backup and recovery plans.
- Support end users and application developers in resolving complex database problems.
- Diagnose performance problems and recommend database, SQL, or programming changes.
- Analyze application architecture, SQL, and application code, and translate findings into actionable tasks supporting application changes or improvements.
Benefits
- Employee learning programs and access to certification training.
- Company-wide volunteering and giving platform.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
