Mainframe DB2 System Programmer SME
Core
Install, maintain, and tune IBM DB2 z/OS subsystems in a SYSPLEX data-sharing environment, ensuring availability, backup, recovery, and security.
Role type
Senior Mainframe DB2 System Programmer SME
Builds
Mission-critical mainframe database services and subsystems
Domain
Mainframe (IBM System z) and Database Management
Required skills
IBM System z administration, SMP/E, DB2 subsystem configuration, performance tuning, backup and recovery, security services (RACF/ACF2), problem analysis, capacity planning
Preferred skills
BMC Mainview, IBM Omegamon, IBM Query Monitor, REXX programming, Java, web services, SOA
Technologies
IBM DB2 z/OS, SMP/E, RACF, ACF2, TopSecret, Coupling Facility, TCP/IP, SNA, WLM, USS, FLASH copy, DASD
Responsibilities
Install/maintain DB2 z/OS software via SMP/E; Configure DB2 groups and subsystems in SYSPLEX; Perform problem analysis and resolution; Tune system parameters and resources; Manage backup, recovery, and DR tests; Maintain DB2 Catalog and system objects; Provide secondary support to DBA staff; Implement security services.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC