Mainframe DB2 Systems Programmer

Kyndryl • Durham, NC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. We are seeking a highly skilled Mainframe DB2 Systems Administrator to manage and support DB2 for z/OS subsystems in a mission-critical enterprise environment. This role is responsible for installation, configuration, performance tuning, and overall health of DB2 subsystems, ensuring high availability, security, and optimal performance. We are looking for team members who can join us onsite 3 days a week at one of our core locations: Phoenix, AZ, Dallas/Houston, TX, Charlotte, NC, or the New Jersey area.

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
• Deep knowledge of Buffer pools, logs, BSDS, catalog/directory
• Strong troubleshooting skills for System-level DB2 issues
• Strong troubleshooting skills for Performance and connectivity problems
• Proficiency in JCL, TSO/ISPF, SDSF
• Proficiency in SMP/E (preferred)

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with DB2 utilities and performance tools
• Familiarity with 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
• Experience with 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 offers 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.
• Employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more.
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What This Job Offers

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