Senior Engineer - Mainframe DB2 and IMS
About The Position
Toyota is looking for team members who are passionate about technology and interested in joining a collaborative and highly motivated team as a Mainframe DB2 and IMS Senior Engineer. The primary responsibility of this role is to Manage, configure and engineer mainframe databases, performance and availability. Reporting to the OneTech – Mainframe Manager, the person in this role will join the End User Experience & On Prem Infrastructure team to empower users with seamless technology and robust on-prem infrastructure for enhanced productivity and collaboration. This position is based in Plano, TX or York, MI. The selected candidate will be expected to reside within a commutable distance of this location.
Requirements
- Minimum 3+ years of hands-on experience in mainframe database systems programming support.
- Experience in Database installation, maintenance, and subsystem environment setup.
- Strong knowledge of Database internals and SMP/E product installations.
- Experience with IBM Database tools or Omegamon.
- Experience with reviewing new DB2 and IMS versions for functionality enhancements.
- Experience in handling and recovering of Database Objects.
- Knowledge of Database Log analysis and SMF reporting to identify Database issues.
- Knowledge of mainframe functionalities, including z/OS, MQ, CICS, RACF, and JCLs.
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on experience with DB2 V13 and IMS V15.5 upgrades or maintenance.
- Proficiency in REXX for automation.
- Proficiency in IMS databases or Database Administration activities.
- Additional certifications, such as DB2 for z/OS Mastery Certificate.
Responsibilities
- Installing new DB2 and IMS versions and applying maintenance.
- Configuring DB2 and IMS subsystem parameters to optimize performance.
- Utilizing DB2 and IMS tools to monitor database health and application objects.
- Implementing DB2 and IMS security controls and collaborating with DBAs to manage application access.
- Performing SOX audits on database objects to ensure compliance standards.
- Coordinating with application and system teams to implement database enhancements.
- Leading service restoration for issues related to DB2, IMS, and associated software products.
- Driving continuous improvement in operational resilience, disaster recovery, and business continuity with measurable KPIs.
- Automating tasks and processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
- Maintaining baseline operations for DB2 and IMS test and production systems, proactively identifying and resolving issues.
- Participating in disaster recovery exercises to support enterprise system recovery and business continuity.
Benefits
- A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect
- Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
- Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
- Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
- Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)
- Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
- Flexible spending accounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
