Database Engineer - Mainframe (8-12 yrs)

- Urgent Requirement for a Belgian Product based company

Position : Expert Database Engineer - Main Frame

Location : Hyderabad

Experience : 8+ Years

Timings : 10 am to 7.30 pm

2 days WFO and 3 days WFH

Job Description :

We are seeking an experienced System Programmer with expertise in Db2 for z/OS to join our team.

What we are looking for :

- DB2 system programmer wanting to build a long-term career

- A clear communicator in English and a team player.

- An Engineering graduate in Computer Science or equivalent from a reputed institute with '8+' years of experience in IT environment with database skills

- Ability to work in shifts (until 20:30IST)

- Ability to work on calls.

Must Have Skills :

- Experience with Db2 and other tools maintenance processes to be able perform preventive maintenance, function level upgrade and version upgrade.

- Expertise in administering DB2 databases on z/OS.

- Proven ability in database maintenance, including regular backups, housekeeping and performance tuning.

- Demonstrated experience in database recovery and executing DRP procedures.

- Experience in providing production support.

- Ability to effectively apply learned skills independently, even without Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

- Experience with the following DBA tools is a plus: BMC Apptune, BMC AMI Ops, BMC Log Master, IBM Cloning Tool, and IBM Change Manager.

- Experience in copying production data to lower environments.

- Essential knowledge of JCL, SQL, REXX, and ISPF.

Nice to Have Skills :

- Familiarly in designing efficient database schemas to optimize performance and scalability.

- Familiarity with scheduling tools like BMC Control-M.

- Familiarity with IBM Db2 Analytics Accelerator (IDAA)

- Familiarity with Python, Git, Jenkins, and Jira is a plus.

- Familiarity with ticketing tools such as HPSM or ServiceNow (SNOW).

- Advantageous to have knowledge of Physical Data Models (PDM) and Logical Data Models (LDM).

What do we expect from you on a daily basis :

- Provide daily support and operations for the mainframe database.

- Collaborate closely with application developers and other stakeholders.

- Leverage familiarity with the environment to assess potential impacts.

- Execute and follow conscientiousness procedure.

- Resolve database issues promptly and accurately within designated timeframes.

- Recognize when escalation is necessary and take appropriate action.

- Analyze complex situations and effectively apply acquired knowledge to implement solutions.

- Take ownership of issues and resolve them permanently.

- Document solutions implemented for future reference.

- Demonstrate eagerness to learn across various aspects.

- Perform database enhancements and modifications as required.

- Conduct troubleshooting and maintenance across multiple databases.

- Ensure that database infrastructure remains operational at all times.

- Maintain the integrity, availability, and performance of database systems through technical support and ongoing maintenance.

- Work on projects as needed.

Soft Skills :

- Fluent in communication.

- Should be proactive and assertive.

- Can work independently with minimum support.

- Team Player.

- Quick Learner with Willingness to Learn