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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