[Hiring] Mainframe DB2 System Programmer SME @Kyndryl

Role Description

As a Mainframe DB2 System Programmer SME at Kyndryl, you’ll solve complex problems and identify potential future issues across the spectrum of platforms and services.

• Installation/maintenance of IBM DB2 z/OS software and related 3rd-party products utilizing SMP/E.
• Configuration of DB2 groups and subsystems in SYSPLEX data-sharing environment, supporting mainframe DB2 applications.
• Perform problem analysis and resolution for mainframe DB2 system related issues.
• Performance and capacity tuning of system parameters and resources, utilizing various monitoring and reporting tools.
• Responsible for the DB2 subsystem availability, backup and recovery strategies and procedures.
• DR tests.
• Maintain the DB2 Catalog, Directory and other DB2 system objects.
• Documentation of policies and procedures.
• Provide secondary support for the DBA staff on DB2 subsystem issues.
• Security services in regards to systems support role for DB2.

Qualifications

• 7+ years IBM System Z experience and concepts, with considerable knowledge in the following:
• Administration & tooling: software installation via SMP/E, along with database management and performance optimization using IBM, BMC, and Broadcom toolsets.
• Distributed access & security: remote client/application connectivity via DDF and DRDA, integrated with RACF, ACF2, or TopSecret access control.
• Storage, DR & architecture: FLASH copy, DASD replication, DB2 forward recovery, z/OS storage management, Coupling Facility, networking (TCP/IP, SNA), WLM, and USS.
• 5+ years IBM DB2 experience, with advanced knowledge in the following:
• Memory & internal structures: buffer pools, page and tablespace layouts, and DB2 internal components (EDM pool, RIDs).
• Data sharing, logging & availability: data sharing sysplex management, ZPARMS configuration, and backup, recovery, and logging strategies.
• Concurrency & performance diagnostics: lock/latch contention management, IFCID tracing, and performance monitoring.
• Experience in problem determination and analysis.
• Analytical / critical / “outside-the-box” thinking in problem solving, especially in possible critical, high-pressure situations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field.
• BMC Mainview For DB2, IBM Omegamon for DB2.
• IBM Query Monitor for DB2.
• Java, web services, SOA concepts.
• REXX programming.

Benefits

• Dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow.
• Be Well programs designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health.
• Impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day.
• Access to cutting-edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences.
• Personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions.
• Continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track.