Lead Mainframe DB2 Database Administrator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Develops plans for Db2 for z/OS databases, encompassing base definitions, structures, documentation, long-term needs, operational guidelines, and data protection.

• Ensures the data's accuracy, completeness, and accessibility utilizing IBM support tools.

• Establishes and upholds security and integrity controls.

• Creates and reviews database management policies, procedures, and standards.

• Suggests and executes enhancements to boost system performance and dependability.

• Investigates and resolves database-related issues.

• Tests database software, IBM utilities, and fixes in sandbox and upper environments prior to production deployment.

• Migrates validated structures, utilities, and fixes to the production environment.

• Develops database configurations and objects in alignment with business requirements and standards.

• Works collaboratively with application developers and technical support to minimize impacts and risks.

• Mentors less experienced DBAs.

• Plans and manages database tasks, ensuring their timely completion.

• Performs database recovery tasks during disaster recovery scenarios and drills.

• Monitors database performance, identifies bottlenecks, and recommends corrective measures.

• Conducts database tuning and optimization, including index rebuilding and statistics monitoring.

• Collaborates with the Applications Team to troubleshoot application failures and supports solution implementation.

• Maintains operational database documentation, including disaster recovery procedures, recovery presentations, naming conventions, and performance/tuning guidelines.

• Assists in training and orienting less experienced team members.

• Participates in on-call rotation and handles occasional outages.

⛳️ Requirements

• Typically requires a minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience in Db2 for z/OS.

• Experience in installation, customization, testing, and maintenance of database systems within a production setting.

• Strong critical thinking skills leading to solution-driven approaches.

• Proactive in addressing tasks or issues.

• Able to operate independently and take ownership of assigned tasks.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively across technical and application teams.

• Bachelor's Degree is preferred.

• Experience with LUW Db2 is advantageous.

• Background in programming, operations, or technical support is beneficial.

• For positions based in the US, conditional offers are subject to a drug test.

🏝️ Benefits

• A voice in shaping the future of fintech.

• Continuous learning and development opportunities.

• A collaborative work atmosphere.

• Chances to contribute to community initiatives.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.