What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mainframe DB2 Systems Programmer-Hybrid position at Keen Technology Solutions LLC?
Mainframe DB2 Systems Programmer
Phoenix, AZ
Onsite-Hybrid
We are seeking a highly skilled Mainframe DB2 Systems Administrator to manage and support DB2 for z/OS subsystems in a mission-critical enterprise environment. This role is responsible for installation, configuration, performance tuning, and overall health of DB2 subsystems, ensuring high availability, security, and optimal performance.
Required Qualifications
- 7 12 years of mainframe experience
- 3 5 years in DB2 Systems Programming / Administration
- Experience with IBM DB2 for z/OS and Replication products (Qrep, SQLrep and CDC) software installation, version upgrades and maintenance, certification testing, documentation of operational procedures, disaster recovery testing
- Deep knowledge of:
- ZPARMs and subsystem configuration
- Buffer pools, logs, BSDS, catalog/directory
- Strong troubleshooting skills for:
- System-level DB2 issues
- Performance and connectivity problems
- Proficiency in:
- JCL, TSO/ISPF, SDSF
- SMP/E (preferred)
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with:
- DB2 utilities and performance tools
- Monitoring tools (OMEGAMON, MainView)
- Knowledge of:
- DevOps tools for mainframe (Endevor, ISPW, etc.)
- Exposure to:
- Cloud integration or hybrid architectures
- Experience with:
- Large-scale DB2 upgrades or migrations
- Performance optimization initiatives
- Knowledge of:
- Modernization tools (z/OS Connect, APIs)
- Experience with software support for BMC for DB2 Tools, IBM z/OS Connect, Software AG ADABAS and Natural products
- Programming experience with REXX
- Working knowledge of SQL, JIRA, SMP/E, RACF, TCP/IP, Network certificates, Splunk
- Working knowledge of other Mainframe Subsystems (CICS, IMS, MQ)