Expert Database Engineer - Mainframe

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and skilled System Programmer with strong expertise in Db2 for z/OS to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining, administering, and optimizing Db2 databases while ensuring system reliability, performance, and recovery capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, function level upgrades, and version upgrades for Db2 and related tools.
• Administer and manage Db2 databases on z/OS systems.
• Conduct regular database backups, housekeeping, and performance tuning activities.
• Execute database recovery and disaster recovery (DRP) procedures when required.
• Provide production support and ensure database availability and integrity.
• Independently apply technical expertise and learned skills in the absence of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Support copying of production data to lower environments for testing or development purposes.