DB2 for z/OS Systems Programmer

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled DB2 for z/OS Systems Programmer to provide technical leadership and operational support within a large and complex DB2 for z/OS environment. This position supports an extensive database infrastructure consisting of over 50 DB2 subsystems across multiple mainframes and geographic locations. The role is vital for maintaining the availability, performance, integrity, security, and maintenance of the organization's DB2 systems.

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with application development, infrastructure, operations, and security teams to ensure a highly available and secure DB2 infrastructure while supporting upgrades, performance improvements, disaster recovery planning, and strategic database projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Installation, configuration, upgrading, and maintenance of DB2 for z/OS environments.
• Management of a large enterprise DB2 infrastructure with multiple subsystems.
• Planning and implementing DB2 version upgrades, migrations, and maintenance.
• Providing Level 2 and Level 3 technical support for DB2-reliant applications.
• Assuring database stability, integrity, availability, and performance.
• Supporting Distributed Data Facility (DDF) and distributed DB2 connectivity.
• Optimizing highly responsive OLTP environments using CICS and DB2.
• Monitoring and tuning database performance to enhance efficiency and throughput.
• Conducting capacity planning and forecasting for system growth.
• Developing and maintaining backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Managing storage, archiving, and data retention effectively.
• Implementing and maintaining database security and access controls.
• Troubleshooting complex database and infrastructure issues.
• Collaborating with application teams on database design, deployment, and issue resolution.
• Ensuring compliance with enterprise security, audit, and regulatory standards.
• Keeping technical documentation, operational standards, and support procedures up to date.
• Maintaining database and monitoring solutions on supported software versions.

Required Skills and Experience

• Extensive experience (typically 8 to 15+ years) in IBM Mainframe Systems Programming focused on DB2 for z/OS administration and support.
• Proven expertise managing enterprise-level DB2 environments with numerous DB2 subsystems.
• Hands-on experience with DB2 installation, migrations, maintenance, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with Banking, Financial Services, or Insurance industries preferred.
• Strong background supporting high-volume OLTP environments involving CICS and DB2.
• Proficient with DB2 for z/OS, z/OS Operating System, SMP/E, JCL, TSO/ISPF, SDSF, and RACF.
• Well-versed in installing, upgrading, testing, and supporting DB2 versions and providing Level 2/3 support.
• Deep understanding of Distributed DB2 Connectivity (DDF) and database security administration.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills with an ability to manage priorities independently in production environments.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with mainframe Sysplex and Data Sharing environments.
• Familiarity with OMEGAMON for DB2, IBM Utilities for DB2, DB2 Performance Expert, and DB2 Administration Tools.
• Knowledge of ACF2 and RACF security administration.
• Experience integrating CICS with DB2 and using automation and monitoring tools.
• Exposure to regulatory, audit, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with disaster recovery solutions and resilience architectures.
• IBM DB2 for z/OS certifications are a plus.

Job Expectations

• Ensure DB2 for z/OS environments remain highly available, reliable, and performant.
• Support and maintain a complex multinational enterprise database infrastructure.
• Engage in software maintenance, upgrade, migration, and implementation projects.
• Provide on-call and after-hours support for critical incidents and maintenance.
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis of major incidents.
• Drive continuous improvements in automation, performance, and operational excellence.
• Ensure governance, security, and audit compliance.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams across infrastructure, development, security, and operations.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and procedures.
• Demonstrate ownership and proactive support for critical business services.

Benefits

Our company values its employees and prioritizes their health and wellbeing. We offer a competitive local benefits package designed to support our people.

Additional Information

NTT DATA is a global leader with over $30 billion in annual revenue, serving a broad client base including 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We emphasize responsible innovation to accelerate client success and contribute positively to society. Our expertise spans enterprise AI, cloud, security, data centers, and application services. Our global presence enables us to provide tailored local support though we offer flexible work options subject to client requirements. We maintain high standards of security and privacy, ensuring our recruitment communications come only from official company email domains. We are committed to accessibility and equal employment opportunity, respecting diversity across all protected groups.