Mainframe DB2 Database Engineer

  • Full-time

Company Description

Arthur Grand Technologies (www.arthurgrand.com) is in the business of providing staffing and technology consulting services. We have doubled our revenue year over year for the past 5 years. This speaks to the long-lasting relationship and customer satisfaction that we have built in this short span of time. Our company is managed by a team of professionals who worked for big 5 consulting firms for 20+ years. 

We are a minority owned staff augmentation and technology consulting company
To keep our valued employees, we need to keep them engaged in challenging, interesting work, offer market-relevant benefits and provide continued opportunities for professional growth.

Job Description

Arthur Grand Technologies is currently seeking a highly motivated and Skilled Mainframe DB2 Database Engineer for one of our clients

Position:Mainframe DB2 Database Engineer

Location:Remote

Duration:Full Time Permanent

 

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Mainframe DB2 Database Engineer to ensure the availability, performance, and reliability of DB2 systems. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of IBM System Z and DB2 environments, with a focus on diagnostics, recovery strategies, and performance tuning. This role involves managing and optimizing database operations, creating reports, and collaborating with technical and application teams to resolve issues.

Primary Duties:

  • Ensure DB2 availability and implement recovery strategies and procedures (25%).
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot DB2 errors and performance issues, optimizing SQL and processes (25%).
  • Create and manage comprehensive database reports (20%).
  • Utilize IBM DB2 utilities and CA tools for database management and optimization (15%).
  • Perform performance and capacity tuning of system parameters and resources using monitoring tools (10%).
  • Conduct technical and application-related problem analysis and resolution (5%).

Required Skills and Experience:

  • 10+ years of experience with IBM System Z concepts and technologies.
  • Expertise with IBM DB2 utilities, CA Tools for DB2, and backup/recovery/logging strategies.
  • Strong knowledge of DB2 database management and deployment.
  • Proficiency with IBM CICS, batch COBOL, and IBM Information Management System.
  • Experience in performance and capacity tuning using monitoring and reporting tools.
  • Proficiency in problem analysis and resolution for both technical and application issues.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Rational ClearQuest, and Rational ClearCase.
  • Experience working within a CMMi Level 3 environment.

Preferred Skills:

Knowledge of Java, web services, and SOA concepts.

Experience with Application Management Services.

 

 

 

Thanks,

Afrah Faiza

Arthur Grand Technologies Inc

Arthur Grand Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer (including disability/vets)

 

Additional Information

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