Job Title: Db2 System Programmer (Contract Role) – For a Leading Banking Institution
A leading banking institution is seeking an experienced IBM Z Technical Specialist – Db2 System Programmer to join its mainframe technology team. This role will be responsible for installing, customizing, maintaining, and supporting the IBM Db2 for z/OS environment. The position supports a rapidly expanding technology landscape with continued investment and growth through 2027 and beyond.
The successful candidate will play a key role in Db2 system administration, upgrades, performance optimization, security management, disaster recovery support, and functional testing of backup environments, while working closely with cross-functional infrastructure and business teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install, customize, upgrade, and maintain Db2 for z/OS and related products.
- Perform Db2 version upgrades, maintenance, and PTF implementations using SMP/E.
- Support and maintain Db2 environments, including tertiary backup and disaster recovery setups.
- Conduct performance monitoring, tuning, database sizing, and system optimization.
- Administer Db2 security using RACF/ACF2 and manage access authorities.
- Install and maintain Db2 tools from IBM, Broadcom, and CA (Computer Associates).
- Monitor Db2 systems using industry-standard monitoring tools.
- Support relational database design, planning, and implementation.
- Provide operational support and troubleshoot system issues, anomalies, and outages.
- Coordinate with Service Centers and business support teams for escalations and resolutions.
- Maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and ensure adherence to ITIL processes.
Technical Requirements:
- Strong experience with Db2 for z/OS installation, customization, and maintenance.
- Solid knowledge of SMP/E within the z/OS (MVS) environment.
- Excellent understanding of relational database concepts in Db2 on z/OS.
- Proficiency with Db2 tools from IBM, Broadcom, and other ISV vendors.
- Experience in performance tuning, system support, security administration, and documentation.
- Good knowledge of IBM utilities, JCL, access methods, and file structures.
- Strong understanding of disaster recovery planning and implementation.
- Experience with Db2 monitoring software.
- Hands-on experience with software maintenance and lifecycle management.
General Skills:
- Experience delivering technical solutions in large, complex enterprise environments.
- Strong analytical and problem determination skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate across business and technology teams.
- Banking or financial services experience preferred.
- Strong technical leadership capabilities.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline (preferred).
- 8–12 years of relevant experience.
- Good understanding of ITIL processes and procedures.
- Additional desired skills: REXX and CLIST programming.
Interested candidates are invited to send their CVs to:
sonal.advani@nicollcurtin.com