Senior Z/OS Database System Engineer (DB2, IMS/DB)

Senior z/OS Database System Engineer (DB2, IMS/DB)

Location: Remote

Duration: Contract

Pay: $80 per hour w2

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our Retail client with over $80B in annual revenue has over 2,000 stores, across 21 US states, with over 400,000 employees. This company is a leader in sustainable retailing with a passion for delivering excellence. By driving omni channel growth, efficiency in the shopping experience and continuing to develop with new technologies; this company is growing and developing continuing success. The leadership team strives for work-life balance for all its employees, with options for overtime if desired.

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of our mainframe database systems, with a focus on DB2, IMS/DB, data sharing, and related systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements, provide technical leadership, and drive initiatives to enhance the performance, reliability, and security of our DB2 and IMS/DB environments. Experience working with a managed service provider is essential.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Design and implement robust and scalable database solutions utilizing DB2, IMS/DB, and data sharing technologies.
• Manage and optimize database system performance, including monitoring, tuning, and capacity planning, to ensure high availability and responsiveness.
• Collaborate closely with development, database administration, infrastructure, and architecture teams to understand database system requirements and provide effective solutions.
• Develop and enforce database security policies and procedures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Implement and maintain database system backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
• Troubleshoot database issues, identify root causes, and implement timely and effective solutions.
• Document database configurations, processes, and procedures for knowledge sharing and compliance purposes.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in database management, including data sharing techniques.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and technical expertise to members of the operations, database administration and development teams.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related experience ( at least 7 years)
• 7 years of experience as a Database System Programmer, System Administrator, or System Engineer, with expertise in DB2, and IMS/DB system administration and programming.
• Proficiency in DB2 and IMS/DB subsystem/region design, implementation, administration, and security.
• Experience with managed service providers and off shore support teams.
• Strong understanding of database and database management system performance tuning and optimization with tools like Omegamon and SYSView.
• Experience with database security concepts, tools, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex database issues.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven leadership abilities, including experience leading technical projects and mentoring junior team members.
• Relevant certifications in DB2, or IMS/DB are a plus.

Additional Requirements:
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
• Willingness to stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends

Category Code: JN008