Lead Mainframe DB2 Database Administrator

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

📋 Description

• Plans and designs Db2 for z/OS databases, which includes foundational definitions, structures, documentation, long-term requirements, operational guidelines, and safeguards.

• Utilizes IBM support tools to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and availability.

• Establishes and upholds security measures and integrity controls.

• Develops and monitors policies, procedures, and standards for database management.

• Suggests and implements improvements to enhance system performance and reliability.

• Investigates and resolves database-related issues.

• Conducts testing of database software, IBM utilities, and fixes in sandbox environments prior to their production deployment.

• Identifies and addresses issues within sandbox and upper environments.

• Migrates structures, utilities, and fixes that have been tested and approved into the production environment.

• Creates database configurations and objects in accordance with business needs and standards.

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

• Provides guidance and mentorship to less experienced DBAs.

• Organizes database tasks and ensures their timely completion.

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

• Monitors database performance and recommends corrective measures as needed.

• Engages in database tuning and optimization, including index rebuilding.

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

• Maintains comprehensive operational database documentation, covering areas such as disaster recovery, recovery presentations, naming conventions, and performance tuning.

• Aids in the training and orientation of less experienced team members.

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

• Liaises with IBM regarding DB2 issues and provides mentorship to junior DBAs.

⛳️ Requirements

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

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

• Strong critical thinking skills that lead to solution-driven approaches.

• Proactive in addressing tasks or issues independently.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to facilitate collaboration across technical and application teams.

• Experience with LUW Db2 is an advantage.

• Background in programming, operations, or technical support is a plus.

• Willingness to participate in on-call rotations and occasional outages.

• For positions based in the US, candidates must undergo a drug test if a conditional offer is made.

🏝️ Benefits

• Have a say in the future of fintech.

• Continuous learning and development opportunities.

• A collaborative work environment.

• Opportunities for community involvement.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.