Principal System Db2 Software Engineer - Remote

UnitedHealth Group•Eden Prairie, MN

1d•$112,700 - $193,200•Remote

About The Position

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. We are seeking an experienced z/OS System Db2 Infrastructure Software Engineer to join our technology team. In this role, you will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) responsible for the installation, system administration, configuration, and end-to-end software lifecycle management of Db2 components across enterprise mainframe environments. You will leverage modern infrastructure tools and enterprise-approved AI productivity tools to streamline workflows, optimize system performance, maintain high availability, and support disaster recovery processes across multi-LPAR and SysPlex configurations. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Requirements

15+ years of experience configuring SMP/E, managing Db2 logging, executing disaster recovery (including GDPS), allocating storage groups, and supporting Db2 SysPlex environments
10+ years of mainframe systems experience, with a focus on Db2 Software Administration and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) in large z/System environments (90,000+ MIPs, multiple LPARs, Multiple SysPlex)
Experience using enterprise z/System monitoring tools (Omegamon, MXG, Splunk) and participating in ITSM processes (Incident, Change Management)
Experience applying all types of vendor Db2 fixes and managing support tickets with software vendors
Experience leveraging enterprise-approved AI tools and digital assistants to analyze data, streamline daily workflows, and draft communications
Proficiency with z/OS fundamentals, including TSO/ISPF, JCL job stream creation/modification, zFS file systems, and dataset allocations (PDS/PDSE, VSAM)
Ability to participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation and work effectively under pressure in cross-functional incident response scenarios

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
Experience automating administrative processes using zOSMF
Familiarity with Configuration Manager and enterprise Db2 ISV software (BMC AMI, AbendAid for DB2, FileAid, DASDManager Plus, High-Speed Apply Engine, High Performance Unload, Db2 Log Analysis Tool)
Familiarity or working awareness of Qlink Replication across non-z/System environments

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, configure, and manage the full product lifecycle of Db2 software and related Db2 ISV software tools in a large z/System environment
Configure and use SMP/E to manage system software, apply vendor fixes (HIPER, PTFs, APARs, Service Packs), and execute software upgrades across Dev, Test, and Production environments
Manage Db2 logging, storage groups, buffer pool performance tuning, and System Recovery / Disaster Recovery capabilities including GDPS integration
Define and maintain Data Sharing environments, including DB2 SysPlex and subsystem incorporation into LPAR IPLs
Monitor enterprise z/System performance using tools such as Omegamon, MXG, and Splunk to proactively research root causes and optimize subsystem stability
Leverage enterprise-approved AI productivity tools to analyze system data, recap technical discussions, automate tasks, and recommend solutions
Participate in 24x7 on-call rotation and provide technical support during critical incident response ("War Room") scenarios
Generate technical documentation for Operations and Technical Help Desk teams to ensure seamless operational support and post-implementation validation