Mainframe z/OS DB2 Specialist

Software International (SI)

SI supplies technical talent to a variety of clients ranging from Fortune 100/500/1000 companies to small and mid-sized organizations in Canada/US. We currently have a 12 month renewable contract as a Mainframe z/OS DB2 Specialist with our large global infrastructure client, supporting a major financial client account. This could be an indefinite long term contract or move into a permanent role.

Role: Mainframe z/OS DB2 Specialist

Type: Contract

Duration: 12 months to start + possible multiple extensions

Rate: $100 - $115/hr + C2C - depending on overall experience

Language Requirements: English

Location: Remote, Canada

Job Description:

z/OS DB2 System Programmer is responsible for the installation, customization, and maintenance of the DB2 subsystem on the z/OS platform. This role involves planning, analysis, design, building, testing, consulting, and implementation of DB2-related projects. The z/OS DB2 System Programmer ensures that the DB2 environment is stable, efficient, and secure, supporting the needs of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, customize, and maintain the DB2 subsystem on the z/OS platform.
• Perform system upgrades and apply maintenance to keep the DB2 environment current.
• Monitor DB2 performance and tune the system to optimize performance.
• Provide technical support to application developers and other system users.
• Troubleshoot and resolve DB2-related issues.
• Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing.
• Maintain system documentation and procedures.
• Ensure system security and compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to support business initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Extensive experience with DB2 system programming on the z/OS platform.
• Strong knowledge of z/OS components and architecture.
• Proficiency in using DB2 diagnostics tools and tooling.
• Experience with performance analysis and tuning.
• Solid problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP & VTAM) and security (RACF/ACF/CLAS).

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with DB2 utilities and tools.
• Knowledge of mainframe storage management.
• Familiarity with disaster recovery planning and execution.
• Experience with mainframe modernization and cloud integration.

Work Environment:

• This position may require on-call support and participation in an on-call rotation.
• The z/OS DB2 System Programmer will work closely with other IT teams and business units to support the company's mainframe environment.