IBMi Developer - AS400 Developer

Sensiple Inc is a New Jersey corporation with over two decades of expertise in technology-driven solutions specialising in Customer Experience, Contact Center Solutions, Digital Transformation, Cloud Computing & Independent Testing. With an expert team that has enriched experience in executing & developing sustainable IT strategies in Healthcare, Technology, Retail, Logistics, Education, Telecommunications, Government and Media, we help our diverse customers to envision the future. By developing highly scalable and consistent solutions, our primary goal is to deliver excellence at all levels and delight our customers and drive them to a better future. One of our client is looking for a IBMi Developer - AS400 Developer @St. Louis, MO (Hybrid)
Please find below the details of the position.
IBMi Developer - AS400 Developer
St. Louis, MO (Hybrid)
Contract
Key Responsibilities: -

• Database Management: Install, configure, and maintain IBM i-based databases (DB2 for i, etc.) and ensure they are optimized for performance.
• Backup and Recovery: Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery strategies for IBM i-based databases.
• Performance Tuning: Continuously monitor and optimize the performance of IBM i database systems, including query optimization, indexing, and system resources management.
• Security and Compliance: Implement security measures to protect sensitive data, including user access control, auditing, and encryption. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• System Upgrades: Plan and execute database upgrades and patches on IBM i platforms with minimal disruption to business operations.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve database-related issues, including system performance, connectivity, and integrity issues.
• Database Maintenance: Perform regular database maintenance tasks, including reorganization, index rebuilds, and data archiving.
• Collaboration: Work with developers to design and optimize database schemas, stored procedures, and queries. Assist in database-related development and deployment tasks.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation related to database configurations, procedures, and policies.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Database Administrator, specifically with IBM i (AS/400) and DB2 for i.
• In-depth knowledge of IBM i operating system (OS/400), database management, and tools like IBM Navigator for i, STRSQL, etc.
• Expertise in database performance tuning, backup, recovery, and security.
• Strong understanding of SQL and relational database management principles.
• Experience with IBM i system hardware, memory, and storage configurations.
• Familiarity with IBM i job management, work management, and system resources.
• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance standards related to database management.

Preferred Qualifications : -

• IBM i Certifications (e.g., IBM Certified Database Administrator DB2 for i).
• Experience with other database technologies (e.g., MySQL, Oracle) is a plus.
• Familiarity with IBM Power Systems hardware.
• Familiarity with Cloud Computing, Nodejs, any other IBM MDM tools (Informatica).

Education and Experience : -

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 10+ years of experience as a Database Administrator, with a focus on IBM i systems and DB2 for i.
  
  
  Kindly send your updated resume and expected hourly rate to sugapriyan dot g at sensiple dot comRegards
  Sugapriyan | Sensiple Inc.,
  sugapriyan dot g at sensiple dot com
  555 US Highway 1 S, Ste 330 Iselin, NJ 08830