Mainframe DB2 Systems Programmer

Kyndryl • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. The Role Responsibilities: DB2 Installation & Configuration Install, configure, and maintain DB2 for z/OS subsystems Perform version upgrades, patching (PTFs/APARs), and system maintenance Manage subsystem configuration and initialization parameters Maintain core DB2 components: ZPARMs (DSNZPARM) Buffer pools Logs and BSDS Catalog and directory Performance & Capacity Management Monitor and tune DB2 system-level performance (CPU, memory, I/O) Optimize: Buffer pools Locking and concurrency Thread and connection performance Support capacity planning and performance analysis using DB2 and system tools High Availability & Data Sharing Manage and support: DB2 Data Sharing environments (Sysplex) Coupling Facility integration Workload balancing and failover Ensure DB2 availability and resilience through DR strategies System Maintenance & Troubleshooting Analyze and resolve: Subsystem failures Dumps, logs, and abends Connectivity issues affecting DB2 operations Perform root cause analysis and implement preventive actions Support interaction with: Batch (JCL) CICS IMS MQ and distributed systems One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with clients in a variety of industries, from banking to retail. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here. You’ll also get the chance to share your expertise by recommending modernization options, identifying new business opportunities, and cultivating relationships with other teams and stakeholders. Does the work get challenging at times? Yes! But you’ll collaborate with a diverse group of talented people and gain invaluable management and organizational skills, which will come in handy as you move forward in your career. Your future at Kyndryl Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career, from Junior System Administrator to Architect. We have opportunities for Cloud Hyperscalers that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with clients in a variety of industries, from banking to retail. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here. Kyndryl currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccination to align with their respective COVID-19 vaccination policies. Those who believe they are eligible may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.

Requirements

• 7–12+ years of mainframe experience
• 3–5+ years in DB2 Systems Programming / Administration
• Experience with IBM DB2 for z/OS and Replication products (Qrep, SQLrep and CDC) - software installation, version upgrades and maintenance, certification testing, documentation of operational procedures, disaster recovery testing
• Deep knowledge of: ZPARMs and subsystem configuration, Buffer pools, logs, BSDS, catalog/directory
• Strong troubleshooting skills for: System-level DB2 issues, Performance and connectivity problems
• Proficiency in: JCL, TSO/ISPF, SDSF
• SMP/E (preferred)

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with: DB2 utilities and performance tools, Monitoring tools (OMEGAMON, MainView)
• Knowledge of: DevOps tools for mainframe (Endevor, ISPW, etc.)
• Exposure to: Cloud integration or hybrid architectures
• Experience with: Large-scale DB2 upgrades or migrations, Performance optimization initiatives
• Knowledge of: Modernization tools (z/OS Connect, APIs)
• Experience with software support for BMC for DB2 Tools, IBM z/OS Connect, Software AG ADABAS and Natural products
• Programming experience with REXX
• Working knowledge of SQL, JIRA, SMP/E, RACF, TCP/IP, Network certificates, Splunk
• Working knowledge of other Mainframe Subsystems (CICS, IMS, MQ)

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain DB2 for z/OS subsystems
• Perform version upgrades, patching (PTFs/APARs), and system maintenance
• Manage subsystem configuration and initialization parameters
• Maintain core DB2 components: ZPARMs (DSNZPARM), Buffer pools, Logs and BSDS, Catalog and directory
• Monitor and tune DB2 system-level performance (CPU, memory, I/O)
• Optimize: Buffer pools, Locking and concurrency, Thread and connection performance
• Support capacity planning and performance analysis using DB2 and system tools
• Manage and support: DB2 Data Sharing environments (Sysplex), Coupling Facility integration, Workload balancing and failover
• Ensure DB2 availability and resilience through DR strategies
• Analyze and resolve: Subsystem failures, Dumps, logs, and abends, Connectivity issues affecting DB2 operations
• Perform root cause analysis and implement preventive actions
• Support interaction with: Batch (JCL), CICS, IMS, MQ and distributed systems

Benefits

• Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey.
• Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more.
• Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations.
• At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed